Panwan - Dera Baba Nanak, Gurdaspur
Panwan is a village situated in the Dera Baba Nanak tehsil of Gurdaspur district, Punjab. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dera Baba Nanak and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Gurdaspur. Panwan village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Panwan is 028984. The village covers a total geographical area of 194 hectares and falls under the 143513 pincode. Ramdas is the nearest town.
Panwan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dera baba nanak Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Gurdaspur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Panwan
According to the 2011 Census, Panwan village had a total population of 412 people, including 213 males and 199 females, living in 74 households. The sex ratio was 934 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.07%, with male literacy at 84.24% and female literacy at 69.66%.
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 | 412 | 213 | 199 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 50 | 29 | 21 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 279 | 155 | 124 |
| Illiterate Population | 133 | 58 | 75 |
Nearby Villages of Panwan
Panwan 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Takipur | North-East | 0.81 km |
| Saggal | West | 0.99 km |
| Jandaur | South-East | 1.34 km |
| Mundian | East | 1.57 km |
| Odrah | North-West | 1.66 km |
| Chhaurian | North-East | 1.67 km |
| Gangian | South-West | 1.79 km |
| Garjeli | North-East | 2.67 km |
| Nussa | South | 2.73 km |
| Jalota | North-West | 2.78 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Panwan
Public transport in the Panwan is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Dasuya, while the nearest airport is Adampur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 35.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Gurdaspur to Panwan is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Panwan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Panwan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Panwan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Panwan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Panwan
Where is Panwan located?
Panwan village is located in Dera Baba Nanak Tehsil, Gurdaspur district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Panwan?
Panwan is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Panwan?
The pincode of Panwan is 143513.
What is the population of Panwan?
Panwan had a total population of 412, including 213 males and 199 females.
How many households are there in Panwan?
Panwan had 74 households.
What is the literacy rate in Panwan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Panwan was 77.07%. Male literacy was 84.24% and female literacy was 69.66%.