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 Gram Pradhan 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
According to the 2011 Census, Panjana village had a total population of 403 people, including 185 males and 218 females, living in 95 households. The sex ratio was 1,178 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.36%, with male literacy at 84.08% and female literacy at 62.89%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 119.
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 | 403 | 185 | 218 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 52 | 28 | 24 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 119 | 62 | 57 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 403, including 185 males and 218 females.
How many households are there in Panjana?
Panjana had 95 households.
What is the literacy rate in Panjana?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Panjana was 72.36%. Male literacy was 84.08% and female literacy was 62.89%.