Panchung No.1 - Margherita, Tinsukia
Panchung No.1 is a village situated in the Margherita subdivision of Tinsukia district, Assam. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Margherita and around 75 km from the district headquarters in Tinsukia. Kumsai serves as the Gram Panchayat for Panchung No.1 village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Panchung No.1 is 290985. The village covers a total geographical area of 117.12 hectares and falls under the 786182 pincode. Ledo is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Panchung No.1 village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Margherita Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dibrugarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Panchung No.1
As per Census 2011, Panchung No.1 village has a total population of 232 people, consisting of 119 males and 113 females. The village has 43 households and a sex ratio of 949 females per 1,000 males. There are 36 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 138 literate and 94 illiterate residents. Additionally, 135 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Panchung No.1 are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 232 | 119 | 113 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 36 | 19 | 17 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 135 | 67 | 68 |
| Literate Population | 138 | 76 | 62 |
| Illiterate Population | 94 | 43 | 51 |
Nearby Villages of Panchung No.1
Panchung No.1 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 Panchung No.1
Panchung No.1 is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Ledo to Panchung No.1 is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Tinsukia to Panchung No.1 is about 75 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Panchung No.1
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Panchung No.1 village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Panchung No.1
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Panchung No.1 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 Panchung No.1
Where is Panchung No.1 located?
Panchung No.1 village is located in Margherita Subdivision, Tinsukia district, Assam, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Panchung No.1?
The Gram Panchayat of Panchung No.1 is Kumsai.
What is the pincode of Panchung No.1?
The pincode of Panchung No.1 is 786182.
What is the population of Panchung No.1?
Panchung No.1 has a total population of 232, including 119 males and 113 females.
How many households are there in Panchung No.1?
There are 43 households in Panchung No.1.
What is the literacy rate in Panchung No.1?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Panchung No.1 is 59.48%. Male literacy is 63.87% and female literacy is 54.87%.