Panhed - Koteranka, Rajouri
Panhed is a village situated in the Koteranka tehsil of Rajouri district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 35 km from Budhal and around 24 km from Rajouri. Panihad serves as the Gram Panchayat for Panhed village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Panhed is 001442. The village covers a total geographical area of 445.2 hectares and falls under the 185132 pincode. Rajouri is the nearest town, located about 24 km away.
Panhed village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Panhed
As per Census 2011, Panhed village has a total population of 2,597 people, consisting of 1,381 males and 1,216 females. The village has 533 households and a sex ratio of 880 females per 1,000 males. There are 482 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,287 literate and 1,310 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2,396 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Panhed are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,597 | 1,381 | 1,216 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 482 | 282 | 200 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2,396 | 1,268 | 1,128 |
| Literate Population | 1,287 | 779 | 508 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,310 | 602 | 708 |
Nearby Villages of Panhed
Panhed 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 Panhed
Panhed 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 | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rajouri to Panhed is about 24 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Panhed
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Panhed 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Panhed
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Panhed village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Panhed
Where is Panhed located?
Panhed village is located in Koteranka Tehsil, Rajouri district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Panhed?
The Gram Panchayat of Panhed is Panihad.
What is the pincode of Panhed?
The pincode of Panhed is 185132.
What is the population of Panhed?
Panhed has a total population of 2,597, including 1,381 males and 1,216 females.
How many households are there in Panhed?
There are 533 households in Panhed.
What is the literacy rate in Panhed?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Panhed is 49.56%. Male literacy is 56.41% and female literacy is 41.78%.