Panwan - Kalanaur, Gurdaspur
Panwan is a village situated in the Kalanaur tehsil of Gurdaspur district, Punjab. It is located approximately 28 km from Gurdaspur and around 28 km from Gurdaspur. Panwan village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Panwan is 027997. The village covers a total geographical area of 257 hectares and falls under the 143511 pincode. Dhariwal 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
As per Census 2011, Panwan village has a total population of 1,129 people, consisting of 576 males and 553 females. The village has 230 households and a sex ratio of 960 females per 1,000 males. There are 117 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 654 literate and 475 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Panwan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,129 | 576 | 553 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 117 | 61 | 56 |
| Literate Population | 654 | 352 | 302 |
| Illiterate Population | 475 | 224 | 251 |
Nearby Villages of Panwan
Panwan 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 Panwan
Public transport in the Panwan is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 1-2 km of Panwan.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 1-2 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Gurdaspur to Panwan is about 28 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 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 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 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 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Panwan
Where is Panwan located?
Panwan village is located in Kalanaur 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 143511.
What is the population of Panwan?
Panwan has a total population of 1,129, including 576 males and 553 females.
How many households are there in Panwan?
There are 230 households in Panwan.
What is the literacy rate in Panwan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Panwan is 57.93%. Male literacy is 61.11% and female literacy is 54.61%.