Panwan - Dasua, Hoshiarpur
Panwan is a village situated in the Dasua tehsil of Hoshiarpur district, Punjab. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dasua and around 44 km from the district headquarters in Hoshiarpur. Panwan village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Panwan is 030938. The village covers a total geographical area of 353 hectares and falls under the 144207 pincode. Dasua 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 Urmar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hoshiarpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Panwan
According to the 2011 Census, Panwan village had a total population of 1,848 people, including 952 males and 896 females, living in 389 households. The sex ratio was 941 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 86.64%, with male literacy at 91.06% and female literacy at 82.05%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 603.
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 | 1,848 | 952 | 896 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 179 | 102 | 77 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 603 | 303 | 300 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,446 | 774 | 672 |
| Illiterate Population | 402 | 178 | 224 |
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 shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Panwan.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Hoshiarpur to Panwan is about 44 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 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 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 Dasua Tehsil, Hoshiarpur 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 144207.
What is the population of Panwan?
Panwan had a total population of 1,848, including 952 males and 896 females.
How many households are there in Panwan?
Panwan had 389 households.
What is the literacy rate in Panwan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Panwan was 86.64%. Male literacy was 91.06% and female literacy was 82.05%.