Panjana - Jakholi*, Rudraprayag
Panjana is a village situated in the Jakholi* tehsil of Rudraprayag district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jakholi and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Rudraprayag. Pajana serves as the Gram Panchayat for Panjana village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Panjana is 042655. The village covers a total geographical area of 66.86 hectares and falls under the 246141 pincode. Rudraprayag is the nearest town, located about 50 km away.
Panjana village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rudraprayag Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Panjana
As per Census 2011, Panjana village has a total population of 403 people, consisting of 185 males and 218 females. The village has 95 households and a sex ratio of 1,178 females per 1,000 males. There are 52 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 254 literate and 149 illiterate residents. Additionally, 119 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Panjana are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 403 | 185 | 218 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 52 | 28 | 24 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 119 | 62 | 57 |
| Literate Population | 254 | 132 | 122 |
| Illiterate Population | 149 | 53 | 96 |
Nearby Villages of Panjana
Panjana 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 Panjana
Public transport in the Panjana is mainly available through shared van services.
| 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 | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rudraprayag to Panjana is about 50 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Panjana
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Panjana village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Panjana
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Panjana village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Panjana
Where is Panjana located?
Panjana village is located in Jakholi* Tehsil, Rudraprayag district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Panjana?
The Gram Panchayat of Panjana is Pajana.
What is the pincode of Panjana?
The pincode of Panjana is 246141.
What is the population of Panjana?
Panjana has a total population of 403, including 185 males and 218 females.
How many households are there in Panjana?
There are 95 households in Panjana.
What is the literacy rate in Panjana?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Panjana is 63.03%. Male literacy is 71.35% and female literacy is 55.96%.