About the District Panchkula
Panchkula is a well-planned city in the state of Haryana. Panchkula city was established in the year of 1995 as a district. It is a satellite city of the Union Territory of Chandigarh. The prestigious Chandimandir Cantonment Headquarters of the Indian Western Command is also located in Panchkula city. There are five towns in the district named Panchkula, Barwala, Pinjore, Kalka, and Raipur Rani. The only Hill station in Haryana called Morni is also in this District.
Panchkula and Mohali (in Punjab) are two satellite cities of Chandigarh. These three cities are collectively known as Chandigarh Tricity.
The word Panchkula is derived from a combination of two words panch (local) + kul (Sanskrit: कुला) (canal) which mean the city of five canals. Possibly referring to five irrigation canals which distribute water of ghaggar river from nada sahib to Mata Mansa Devi. The Nada canal has now been eroded by the river and most of the kul’s pass through the cantonment of Chandimandir towards Mansa Devi. The canals are a beautiful example of community property and are maintained by the villagers along the way, with distribution days decided. The canals were made by a ruler in the past, and followed the contours to take water to levels much higher than the river at the same spot.
An Emerging Real Estate Destination -
Panchkula, a part of Tricity also comprising Chandigarh and Mohali, has become a cynosure owing to its natural beauty and promising business ecosystem. Situated in the hills of the Shivalik range, the city has gone through a rapid change, industrial as well as commercial, without affecting its natural surroundings. The transformation includes all the modern amenities of life, besides infrastructure development. All these factors create a conducive environment for investment in residential as well as commercial properties in the city.
With a healthy environment, availability of social as well as core infrastructure, and a burgeoning business ecosystem, Panchkula has all the necessary components to give a fillip to the development of real estate projects. Growth of nearby areas and connectivity with neighboring states are other features of the city, exhibiting immense possibilities. In short, Panchkula is a promising place for the development of residential and commercial properties.
Economical Factor -
Panchkula IT Park (also known as Haryana State Industrial and Infrastructural Development Corporation Technology Park) is the state of art infrastructure to facilitate information technology in the city. It spreads over 74 acres developed by HSIIDC situated in sector 22 on the foothills of Shivalik Hills or the outer Himalayas and the banks of Ghaggar River. It is well connected to Delhi, Haryana, Punjab, and Himachal Pradesh.
Tourism – Places to Visit
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Mata Mansa Devi Mandir is one of the most prominent temples in North India and is dedicated to Goddess Mansa Devi, a form of Shakti.
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Bhima Devi Temple Site Museum nicknamed Khajuraho of North India for its erotic sculptures, comprises the restored ruins of an ancient Hindu temple dating from between the 8th and 11th century AD.
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Nada Sahib is a Sikh Gurudwara in the Panchkula district of the Indian state of Haryana. Situated on the banks of the Ghaggar-Hakra River in the Sivalik Hills.
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Morni, the hill resort at Morni Hills, an offshoot of the Shivalik Hills, is about 45 kilometers (28 mi) from the city. The hills were named for Queen Morni, who is said to have ruled this city.
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Pinjore Gardens, also known as Yadavindra Gardens, is about 20 km (12 mi) from the city and covers a total area of 100 hectares (250 acres). Pinjore Gardens is the venue for an annual mango festival. The garden houses a mini zoo, historic places, a Japanese garden, a nursery, and several picnic spots. According to Hindu theology, the Pandava brothers rested in Pinjore during their exile.
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National Cactus and Succulent Botanical Garden and Research Centre a 7 acres (2.8 ha) cactus garden in the center of Panchkula, was established in 1987 and is known for its rare and endangered species of Indian succulent plants.
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Kaushalya Dam is an earth-filled barrage dam on the Kaushalya river in Pinjore. It is an important wetland that is home to many endangered migratory birds. Bir Shikargah Wildlife Sanctuary, Khol Hi-Raritan Wildlife Sanctuary, Pheasant Breeding Centre, Morni, Jatayu Conservation Breeding Centre, Pinjore, Pheasant Breeding Centre, Barwala.
Panchkula has its own Sports Complex in Sector 3
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Tau Devi Lal Cricket Stadium has a cricket stadium, badminton hall, football ground, athletic Track, and accommodation facilities for the sportsperson
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Panchkula Golf Course was set up in 2003 over a 135-acres of land. This 18 hole golf course is located in sector 3
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Olympic Athletic Track and other multi-purpose facilities for sports.
Education Facilities –
Colleges
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Government College, Sector 1
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Government College for Girls, Sector 14
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Mother Teresa Saket College of Physiotherapy, Chandimandir Cantonment
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National Institute of Fashion Technology, Sector 26
CBSE Affiliated School
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Army Public School, Chandimandir Cantonment
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Bhavan Vidyalaya, Sector 15
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Blue Bird, Sector 16
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CL DAV, Sector 11
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DAV Public School, Sector 8
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DC Model Senior Secondary School, Sector 7
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Doon Public School, Sector 21
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Hallmark Public School, Sector 15
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Hansraj Public School, Sector 6
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Haryana Model School, Sector 10
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Jainendra Public School, Sector 1
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Kendriya Vidyalaya No. 1 (KV1), Chandimandir Cantonment
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Kendriya Vidyalaya No. 2 (KV2), Chandimandir Cantonment
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Manav Mangal School, Sector 11
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New India Smart School, Sector 15
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St. Soldier Divine Public School, Sector 16
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Satluj Public School, Sector 4
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Shishu Niketan, MDC, Sector 5
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The British School Panchkula, Sector 8
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The Gurukul, Sector 20
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The Sky World School, Sector 21
CISCE Affiliated Schools
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Little Flower Convent School, Sector 14
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St. Xavier's High School, Sector 20
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Saupin's School, Sector 9
Healthcare Facilities –
Government-run Hospitals
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Command Hospital, Chandimandir Cantonment
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General Hospital, Sector 6
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Government Pet Animal Medical Center Cum Teaching Hospital, Sector 3
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Government dispensaries in some sectors
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Saket Orthopedic Hospital, Sector 1
Private Hospitals
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Alchemist Hospital, Sector 21
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Alchemist Eye Institute, Sector 21
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Blessings Hospital, Sector 15
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Chakravarty Nursing Home, Sector 10
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Clove Dental, Sector 20
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Dhawan Hospital, Sector 7
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Drishti Eye Hospital, Sector 10
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Gokul Surgical Hospital, Sector 15
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Happy Family Hospital, Sector 5 MDC
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Institute of Reproduction & Child Cares, Sector 17
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Ivy Hospital, Sector 5C MDC
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Jindal Nursing Home, Sector 17
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Kare Partners Mother And Child Hospital, Sector 2
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Malhotra Super Specialty Hospital, Sector 25
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Mind Peace Clinic Sector 14
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Mirchia Hospital Sector 15
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Noheria Nursing Home, Sector 8
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Ojas Hospital, Sector 26
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Orthomax Hospital, Sector 15
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Paras Hospital, HSIIDC Park, Sector 22
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Paras Bliss Hospital Sector 5 MDC
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Phoenix Hospital, Sector 16
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Raffles Hospital Sector 14
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Sunny Hospital, Sector 4
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Wings Hospital, Sector 25