Panjul - Hilli, Dakshin Dinajpur
Panjul is a village situated in the Hilli subdivision of Dakshin Dinajpur district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 6.2 km from the tehsil headquarters in Hilli and around 20.3 km from the district headquarters in Balurghat. Panjul village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Panjul is 311012. The village covers a total geographical area of 57.46 hectares and falls under the 733126 pincode. Balurghat is the nearest town, located about 11 km away.
Panjul village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Panjul
As per Census 2011, Panjul village has a total population of 1,014 people, consisting of 524 males and 490 females. The village has 241 households and a sex ratio of 935 females per 1,000 males. There are 65 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 743 literate and 271 illiterate residents. Additionally, 264 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 198 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Panjul are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,014 | 524 | 490 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 65 | 34 | 31 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 264 | 131 | 133 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 198 | 102 | 96 |
| Literate Population | 743 | 417 | 326 |
| Illiterate Population | 271 | 107 | 164 |
Nearby Villages of Panjul
Panjul 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 Panjul
Panjul is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Balurghat to Panjul is about 11 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Balurghat to Panjul is about 20.3 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Panjul
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Panjul village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Panjul
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Panjul village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Panjul
Where is Panjul located?
Panjul village is located in Hilli Subdivision, Dakshin Dinajpur district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Panjul?
Panjul is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Panjul?
The pincode of Panjul is 733126.
What is the population of Panjul?
Panjul has a total population of 1,014, including 524 males and 490 females.
How many households are there in Panjul?
There are 241 households in Panjul.
What is the literacy rate in Panjul?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Panjul is 73.27%. Male literacy is 79.58% and female literacy is 66.53%.