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 Gram 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
As per Census 2011, Panz Gam village has a total population of 3,358 people, consisting of 1,665 males and 1,693 females. The village has 560 households and a sex ratio of 1,016 females per 1,000 males. There are 432 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,859 literate and 1,499 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Panz Gam are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,358 | 1,665 | 1,693 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 432 | 225 | 207 |
| 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 gram panchayat of Panz Gam?
The Gram 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 has a total population of 3,358, including 1,665 males and 1,693 females.
How many households are there in Panz Gam?
There are 560 households in Panz Gam.
What is the literacy rate in Panz Gam?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Panz Gam is 55.36%. Male literacy is 65.59% and female literacy is 45.30%.