Panghai - Thana Mandi, Rajouri
Panghai is a village situated in the Thana Mandi tehsil of Rajouri district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 5 km from Thana Mandi and around 27 km from Rajouri. Panghai Lower serves as the Gram Panchayat for Panghai village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Panghai is 001273. The village covers a total geographical area of 930.4 hectares and falls under the 185212 pincode. Thanamandi is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Panghai village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Panghai
As per Census 2011, Panghai village has a total population of 3,994 people, consisting of 2,047 males and 1,947 females. The village has 736 households and a sex ratio of 951 females per 1,000 males. There are 907 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,419 literate and 2,575 illiterate residents. Additionally, 3,459 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Panghai are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,994 | 2,047 | 1,947 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 907 | 460 | 447 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3,459 | 1,770 | 1,689 |
| Literate Population | 1,419 | 980 | 439 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,575 | 1,067 | 1,508 |
Nearby Villages of Panghai
Panghai 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 Panghai
Public transport in the Panghai is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Thanamandi to Panghai is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rajouri to Panghai is about 27 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Panghai
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Panghai village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Panghai
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Panghai 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Panghai
Where is Panghai located?
Panghai village is located in Thana Mandi Tehsil, Rajouri district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Panghai?
The Gram Panchayat of Panghai is Panghai Lower.
What is the pincode of Panghai?
The pincode of Panghai is 185212.
What is the population of Panghai?
Panghai has a total population of 3,994, including 2,047 males and 1,947 females.
How many households are there in Panghai?
There are 736 households in Panghai.
What is the literacy rate in Panghai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Panghai is 35.53%. Male literacy is 47.87% and female literacy is 22.55%.