Panam - Garhshankar, Hoshiarpur
Panam is a village situated in the Garhshankar tehsil of Hoshiarpur district, Punjab. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Garhshankar and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Hoshiarpur. Panaam serves as the Gram Panchayat for Panam village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Panam is 031985. The village covers a total geographical area of 702 hectares and falls under the 146021 pincode. Garhshankar is the nearest town.
Panam village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chabbewal Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hoshiarpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Panam
As per Census 2011, Panam village has a total population of 2,277 people, consisting of 1,124 males and 1,153 females. The village has 523 households and a sex ratio of 1,025 females per 1,000 males. There are 241 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,652 literate and 625 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,281 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Panam are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,277 | 1,124 | 1,153 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 241 | 119 | 122 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,281 | 641 | 640 |
| Literate Population | 1,652 | 878 | 774 |
| Illiterate Population | 625 | 246 | 379 |
Nearby Villages of Panam
Panam 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sakanderpur | South-West | 1.49 km |
| Chak Hajipur | South-East | 1.80 km |
| Bagwain | North | 1.93 km |
| Ibrahimpur | North | 1.97 km |
| Denowal Khurd | North-West | 2.21 km |
| Darapur | North-West | 2.26 km |
| Rurki Khas | South | 2.46 km |
| Ghagon Guru | North-East | 2.51 km |
| Golewal | South-West | 2.57 km |
| Kulewal | North-East | 2.58 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Panam
Panam is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Garhshankar, while the nearest airport is Ludhiana Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 35.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Hoshiarpur to Panam 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 Panam
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Panam village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Panam
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Panam 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) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Panam
Where is Panam located?
Panam village is located in Garhshankar Tehsil, Hoshiarpur district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Panam?
The Gram Panchayat of Panam is Panaam.
What is the pincode of Panam?
The pincode of Panam is 146021.
What is the population of Panam?
Panam has a total population of 2,277, including 1,124 males and 1,153 females.
How many households are there in Panam?
There are 523 households in Panam.
What is the literacy rate in Panam?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Panam is 72.55%. Male literacy is 78.11% and female literacy is 67.13%.