Panjanahalli - Gundlupet, Chamarajanagar
Panjanahalli is a village situated in the Gundlupet taluka of Chamarajanagar district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 2 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gundlupet and around 48 km from the district headquarters in Chamarajanagar. Nenekatte serves as the Gram Panchayat for Panjanahalli village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Panjanahalli is 619501. The village covers a total geographical area of 483.64 hectares and falls under the 571111 pincode. Gundlupet is the nearest town, located about 2 km away.
Panjanahalli village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gundlupet Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Chamarajanagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Panjanahalli
As per Census 2011, Panjanahalli village has a total population of 697 people, consisting of 344 males and 353 females. The village has 174 households and a sex ratio of 1,026 females per 1,000 males. There are 51 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 423 literate and 274 illiterate residents. Additionally, 265 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Panjanahalli are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 697 | 344 | 353 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 51 | 33 | 18 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 265 | 124 | 141 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Literate Population | 423 | 227 | 196 |
| Illiterate Population | 274 | 117 | 157 |
Nearby Villages of Panjanahalli
Panjanahalli 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Dumdasanapura | South-West | 1.55 km |
| Hosur | South-East | 1.82 km |
| Veeranapura | North | 1.99 km |
| Talale | East | 2.36 km |
| Madrahalli | North-West | 2.67 km |
| Vijayapura | South-West | 2.87 km |
| Bannithalapura | North-East | 3.12 km |
| Chikkathuppur | East | 3.26 km |
| Kilagere | East | 3.64 km |
| Malavalli | North-West | 3.89 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Panjanahalli
Panjanahalli is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Konanur, while the nearest airport is Mysore Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 33.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Gundlupet to Panjanahalli is about 2 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chamarajanagar to Panjanahalli is about 48 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 Panjanahalli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Panjanahalli 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Panjanahalli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Panjanahalli village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Panjanahalli
Where is Panjanahalli located?
Panjanahalli village is located in Gundlupet Taluka, Chamarajanagar district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Panjanahalli?
The Gram Panchayat of Panjanahalli is Nenekatte.
What is the pincode of Panjanahalli?
The pincode of Panjanahalli is 571111.
What is the population of Panjanahalli?
Panjanahalli has a total population of 697, including 344 males and 353 females.
How many households are there in Panjanahalli?
There are 174 households in Panjanahalli.
What is the literacy rate in Panjanahalli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Panjanahalli is 60.69%. Male literacy is 65.99% and female literacy is 55.52%.