Panjunia - Nala, Jamtara
Panjunia is a village situated in the Nala subdivision of Jamtara district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Nala and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Jamtara. Panjunia village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Panjunia is 372870. The village covers a total geographical area of 260 hectares and falls under the 815355 pincode.
Panjunia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Panjunia
According to the 2011 Census, Panjunia village had a total population of 960 people, including 483 males and 477 females, living in 227 households. The sex ratio was 988 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 60.66%, with male literacy at 78.92% and female literacy at 42.40%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 456.
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 | 960 | 483 | 477 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 144 | 75 | 69 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 456 | 221 | 235 |
| Literate Population | 495 | 322 | 173 |
| Illiterate Population | 465 | 161 | 304 |
Nearby Villages of Panjunia
Panjunia is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Sangajuri | South-West | 1.51 km |
| Saldahi | North | 1.68 km |
| Baragholjor | South-East | 1.71 km |
| Benagaria | North-West | 1.90 km |
| Niljuria | West | 1.91 km |
| Palan | South-West | 2.25 km |
| Rakh | North-West | 2.37 km |
| Chhotagholjor | East | 2.74 km |
| Hathiya Pathar | South | 2.80 km |
| Sundarbari | South | 2.91 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Panjunia
Public transport in the Panjunia is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Chittaranjan, while the nearest airport is Kazi Nazrul Islam Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 32.8 km.
| 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 Jamtara to Panjunia is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Panjunia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Panjunia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Panjunia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Panjunia village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Panjunia
Where is Panjunia located?
Panjunia village is located in Nala Subdivision, Jamtara district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Panjunia?
Panjunia is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Panjunia?
The pincode of Panjunia is 815355.
What is the population of Panjunia?
Panjunia had a total population of 960, including 483 males and 477 females.
How many households are there in Panjunia?
Panjunia had 227 households.
What is the literacy rate in Panjunia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Panjunia was 60.66%. Male literacy was 78.92% and female literacy was 42.40%.