Panjyala
Panjyala is a village located in Dunda tehsil of Uttarkashi district in Uttarakhand, India. It is situated 14km away from sub-district headquarter Dunda (tehsildar office) and 15km away from district headquarter Uttarkashi. As per 2009 stats, Panjyala village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Panjyala unique in its vibrant Dunda-Uttarkashi region. You’ll see Panjyala’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 Panjyala
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Panjyala is 040494. The village spans a total geographical area of 148.75 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 249193. Uttarkashi is nearest town to Panjyala village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 15km away.
When it comes to local governance, Panjyala village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Gangotri Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Tehri Garhwal Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Panjyala
Population of Panjyala
According to the 2011 Census, Panjyala has a total population of about 681, with approximately 331 males and 350 females. The sex ratio is around 1057 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 94 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 212 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 54.63%, with male literacy at about 69.18% and female literacy near 40.86%. There are around 152 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Panjyala's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 681 | 331 | 350 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 94 | 56 | 38 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 212 | 115 | 97 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 372 | 229 | 143 |
| Illiterate Population | 309 | 102 | 207 |
Connectivity of Panjyala
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Panjyala. As per the 2011 stats, Panjyala 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 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Panjyala
Knowing the nearby villages of Panjyala helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Panjyala.
Frequently Asked Questions about Panjyala
- Where is Panjyala located?
- Panjyala village is situated in Dunda Tehsil, within the Uttarkashi district of Uttarakhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Panjyala?
- Panjyala serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Panjyala?
- The pincode of Panjyala is 249193, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Panjyala as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Panjyala is 681, with 331 males and 350 females.
- How many households are there in Panjyala as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Panjyala village has a total of 152 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Panjyala as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Panjyala is 54.63%. The male literacy rate is 69.18%, while the female literacy rate is 40.86%.