Panjaur
Panjaur is a village located in Garhshankar tehsil of Hoshiarpur district in Punjab, India. It is situated 24km away from sub-district headquarter Garhshankar (tehsildar office) and 38km away from district headquarter Hoshiarpur. As per 2009 stats, Panjaur village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Panjaur unique in its vibrant Garhshankar-Hoshiarpur region. You’ll see Panjaur’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Panjaur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Panjaur is 031785. The village spans a total geographical area of 630 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 144404. Mahilpur is nearest town to Panjaur village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Panjaur
Population of Panjaur
According to the 2011 Census, Panjaur has a total population of about 2,581, with approximately 1,275 males and 1,306 females. The sex ratio is around 1024 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 229 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 745 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 77.84%, with male literacy at about 81.96% and female literacy near 73.81%. There are around 589 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Panjaur's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,581 | 1,275 | 1,306 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 229 | 120 | 109 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 745 | 384 | 361 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 2,009 | 1,045 | 964 |
| Illiterate Population | 572 | 230 | 342 |
Connectivity of Panjaur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Panjaur. As per the 2011 stats, Panjaur had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Panjaur
Knowing the nearby villages of Panjaur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Panjaur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Panjaur
- Where is Panjaur located?
- Panjaur village is situated in Garhshankar Tehsil, within the Hoshiarpur district of Punjab, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Panjaur?
- Panjaur serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Panjaur?
- The pincode of Panjaur is 144404, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Panjaur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Panjaur is 2,581, with 1,275 males and 1,306 females.
- How many households are there in Panjaur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Panjaur village has a total of 589 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Panjaur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Panjaur is 77.84%. The male literacy rate is 81.96%, while the female literacy rate is 73.81%.