Panz Gam - Awantipora, Pulwama
Panz Gam is a village situated in the Awantipora tehsil of Pulwama district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Awaintipora and around 20 km from the district headquarters in Pulwama. Panzgam serves as the Halqa Panchayat for Panz Gam village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Panz Gam is 003021. The village covers a total geographical area of 431.4 hectares and falls under the 192302 pincode. Awantipora is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Panz Gam village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pulwama Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Srinagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Panz Gam
According to the 2011 Census, Panz Gam village had a total population of 3,358 people, including 1,665 males and 1,693 females, living in 560 households. The sex ratio was 1,017 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 63.53%, with male literacy at 75.83% and female literacy at 51.62%.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,358 | 1,665 | 1,693 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 432 | 225 | 207 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,859 | 1,092 | 767 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,499 | 573 | 926 |
Nearby Villages of Panz Gam
Panz Gam is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Panz Gam
Panz Gam is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. Panz Gam has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Awantipora to Panz Gam is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Pulwama to Panz Gam is about 20 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Panz Gam
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Panz Gam village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Panz Gam
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Panz Gam village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Panz Gam
Where is Panz Gam located?
Panz Gam village is located in Awantipora Tehsil, Pulwama district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Panz Gam?
The Halqa Panchayat of Panz Gam is Panzgam.
What is the pincode of Panz Gam?
The pincode of Panz Gam is 192302.
What is the population of Panz Gam?
Panz Gam had a total population of 3,358, including 1,665 males and 1,693 females.
How many households are there in Panz Gam?
Panz Gam had 560 households.
What is the literacy rate in Panz Gam?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Panz Gam was 63.53%. Male literacy was 75.83% and female literacy was 51.62%.