Pinjore

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Pinjore (Hindi: पिंजौर) is a town in Panchkula district in the Indian state of Haryana.

Demographics

As of 2001 India census [GR|India] , Pinjore had a population of 25,498. Males constitute 54% of the population and females 46%. Pinjore has an average literacy rate of 76%, higher than the national average of 59.5%: male literacy is 80%, and female literacy is 71%. In Pinjore, 13% of the population is under 6 years of age.

Pinjore is known globally for the Mughal Gardens and the HMT factory.

Pinjore Valley - Location & Climate Pinjore is a small, secure residential 'township' with easy access to the extraordinary educational, cultural and recreational opportunities of Chandigarh - one of India's most desirable places to live. Set over 1800 feet above the sea level in a beautiful valley, overlooking the Shivaliks, it is a pollution-free area away from the madding crowd of the cities, which offers perfect setting not only for physical well-being but also for the harmonious development of mind and spirit.

The foothills of Shivalik have lured men to strive for greater heights and to the shimmering snow covered peaks. Shivaliks mark the beginning of the most spectacular and glorious mountains, beckoning the travelers to continue their journey tirelessly upwards. DPS Pinjore, taking this inspiration from the majestic Himalayas, facilitates its students to strive for the alluring heights of excellence in academics career and life.

The lure of Himalayas is as old as the first human being to behold their majesty. For the people of the Indian sub- continent, the Himalayas have always been more than a mere geographical entity. We have associated these mountains with our Gods and our legends, served our philosophy of life through the minds of men who went through the Himalayan experience while reaching out for universal truths of creation.

The average temperatures for summers and winters are 35 and 18 degree Celsius respectively, with rainfall concentrated over the summer months of July, August and September.

Pinjore Garden - A tourist's Place

The Yadavindra Gardens at Pinjore have terraced gardens, which feature the Rajasthani Mughal style Shish Mahal, the Rang Mahal, the cubical Jal Mahal and a series of fountains and waterfalls. The gardens are open from 7am to 10pm and are illuminated at night. The entry ticket is Rs. 20/- per head. With an abundance of fruit trees, do make it a point to taste the fruit chaat, which is made straight from the fruits plucked from the garden.The restaurants and accommodation within the gardens make a lovely venue; rooms cost Rs.400/600 for non air-conditioned / air-conditioned rooms.

How to reach Pinjore

From Delhi

By air: The nearest Domestic Airport is Chandigarh and the nearest International Airport is Indira Gandhi International Airport, New Delhi. Chandigarh is a 50 minutes flight from Delhi. Flights leave every Wednesday & Saturday to Delhi (Rs. 3000/-) & Amritsar (Rs. 2600/-) and one flight on Wednesday to Leh (Rs. 3500/-)

Taxi: From the airport, you may reach Pinjore by taking a taxi available outside the Arrival Terminal to Pinjore. Taxis are also available for Pinjore from other parts of the city.

Air Services
*Flight No. Airline From Departure Time To Arrival Time
*IC864 Indian Airlines Delhi 13:20 Chandigarh 14:00
*9W733 Jet Airways Delhi 13:05 Chandigarh 13:50
*IC863 Indian Airlines Chandigarh 15:15 Delhi 15:55
*9W734 Jet Airways Chandigarh 14:25 Delhi 15:10
*IC863 Indian Airlines Chandigarh 15:15 Mumbai 18:55
*IC864 Indian Airlines Mumbai 10:00 Chandigarh 14:00
*DN537 Air Deccan Delhi 12:50 Chandigarh 13:40
*DN538 Air Deccan Chandigarh 16:45 Delhi 17:50

By Road: To reach Pinjore by road, you would need to leave Delhi via Sonepat Bypass. From there, take the G.T. Road (National Highway No.1) Northwards towards Chandigarh. Major Towns on the way are Panipat, Karnal & Ambala. After Ambala, take the diversion from G.T. Road towards Chandigarh.

After 35 Minutes, you will reach Zirakpur; take a right on the red light towards Panchkula / Shimla.

Bus Services Volvo Coach, Deluxe, Semi-Deluxe and Express buses are also available from Inter-State Bus Terminal (ISBT), New Delhi to Chandigarh and vice versa every hour from 05:00 hrs to midnight. Ordinary buses ply every 10 minutes. Journey duration is 5 hours.

By Train: To travel by train, you may take a taxi to your nearest Railway Station. You would need to catch a train to Chandigarh/Kalka (3.5 hours from New Delhi). Major Trains for Chandigarh / Kalka from New Delhi are:Rail Services
*Train No. Train Name From Departure Time To Arrival Time
*2011 Shatabdi Express New Delhi 13:20 Chandigarh 14:00
*2005 Shatabdi Express New Delhi 13:05 Chandigarh 13:50
*4095 Himalayan Queen New Delhi 15:15 Delhi 15:55
*2311 Kalka Mail Delhi 14:25 Delhi 15:10
*2006 Shatabdi Express Chandigarh 15:15 Mumbai 18:55
*2012 Shatabdi Express Chandigarh 10:00 Chandigarh 14:00
*4096 Himalayan Queen Chandigarh 12:50 Chandigarh 13:40
*2312 Kalka Mail Chandigarh 16:45 Delhi 17:50
*2058 Jan Shatabdi Express Chandigarh 10:30 New Delhi 14:45
*2057 Jan Shatabdi Express New Delhi 15:50 Chandigarh 19:55
*2926A Paschim Express Chandigarh 11:35 Mumbai 14:34
*2925 Paschim Express Mumbai 11:35 Chandigarh 15:10

Restaurants & Hotels around Pinjore

Yadavindra Gardens: Situated in the historic Pinjore Gardens, it offers rooms with great views.

York's Health Resort, Nolta: In addition to cottages, it offers 'SPA', Kerala Massage and other facilities to relax and unwind.

Parbhat Inn: A 4 Star Hotel in Panchkula - conveniently located opposite the Bus Stand.

chools in Pinjore

* Delhi Public, Pinjore

* [http://www.thealpineschool.com Alpine School - A Fully Residential School, Pinjore]

References