Panglar - Khawas, Rajouri
Panglar is a village situated in the Khawas tehsil of Rajouri district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 127 km from Budhal and around 75 km from Rajouri. Pangalar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Panglar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Panglar is 001481. The village covers a total geographical area of 710.2 hectares and falls under the 185201 pincode. Rajouri is the nearest town, located about 75 km away.
Panglar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Panglar
As per Census 2011, Panglar village has a total population of 1,245 people, consisting of 637 males and 608 females. The village has 212 households and a sex ratio of 954 females per 1,000 males. There are 263 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 242 literate and 1,003 illiterate residents. Additionally, 13 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 626 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Panglar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,245 | 637 | 608 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 263 | 131 | 132 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 13 | 8 | 5 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 626 | 329 | 297 |
| Literate Population | 242 | 156 | 86 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,003 | 481 | 522 |
Nearby Villages of Panglar
Panglar 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 Panglar
Panglar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rajouri to Panglar is about 75 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Panglar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Panglar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Panglar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Panglar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Panglar
Where is Panglar located?
Panglar village is located in Khawas Tehsil, Rajouri district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Panglar?
The Gram Panchayat of Panglar is Pangalar.
What is the pincode of Panglar?
The pincode of Panglar is 185201.
What is the population of Panglar?
Panglar has a total population of 1,245, including 637 males and 608 females.
How many households are there in Panglar?
There are 212 households in Panglar.
What is the literacy rate in Panglar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Panglar is 19.44%. Male literacy is 24.49% and female literacy is 14.14%.