Pandher
Pandher is a village located in Shahkot tehsil of Jalandhar district in Punjab, India. It is situated 20km away from sub-district headquarter Shahkot (tehsildar office) and 32km away from district headquarter Jalandhar. As per 2009 stats, Pandher village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Pandher unique in its vibrant Shahkot-Jalandhar region. You’ll see Pandher’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 Pandher
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Pandher is 029858. The village spans a total geographical area of 216 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 144625. Shahkot is nearest town to Pandher village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Pandher
Population of Pandher
According to the 2011 Census, Pandher has a total population of about 537, with approximately 268 males and 269 females. The sex ratio is around 1003 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 72 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 130 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 67.41%, with male literacy at about 69.78% and female literacy near 65.06%. There are around 106 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Pandher's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 537 | 268 | 269 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 72 | 44 | 28 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 130 | 61 | 69 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 362 | 187 | 175 |
| Illiterate Population | 175 | 81 | 94 |
Connectivity of Pandher
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Pandher. As per the 2011 stats, Pandher had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Pandher
Knowing the nearby villages of Pandher helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Pandher.
Frequently Asked Questions about Pandher
- Where is Pandher located?
- Pandher village is situated in Shahkot Tehsil, within the Jalandhar district of Punjab, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Pandher?
- Pandher serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Pandher?
- The pincode of Pandher is 144625, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Pandher as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Pandher is 537, with 268 males and 269 females.
- How many households are there in Pandher as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Pandher village has a total of 106 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Pandher as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Pandher is 67.41%. The male literacy rate is 69.78%, while the female literacy rate is 65.06%.