Panthia - Dhuraiya, Banka
Panthia is a village situated in the Dhuraiya subdivision of Banka district, Bihar. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dhuraiya and around 23 km from the district headquarters in Banka. Chandadih serves as the Gram Panchayat for Panthia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Panthia is 240941. The village covers a total geographical area of 39 hectares and falls under the 813205 pincode. Banka is the nearest town, located about 23 km away.
Panthia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Panthia
According to the 2011 Census, Panthia village had a total population of 458 people, including 239 males and 219 females, living in 83 households. The sex ratio was 916 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 54.03%, with male literacy at 63.78% and female literacy at 43.18%.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 458 | 239 | 219 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 86 | 43 | 43 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 201 | 125 | 76 |
| Illiterate Population | 257 | 114 | 143 |
Nearby Villages of Panthia
Panthia 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 Panthia
Panthia is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Panthia.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Banka to Panthia is about 23 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Panthia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Panthia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Panthia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Panthia village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Panthia
Where is Panthia located?
Panthia village is located in Dhuraiya Subdivision, Banka district, Bihar, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Panthia?
The Gram Panchayat of Panthia is Chandadih.
What is the pincode of Panthia?
The pincode of Panthia is 813205.
What is the population of Panthia?
Panthia had a total population of 458, including 239 males and 219 females.
How many households are there in Panthia?
Panthia had 83 households.
What is the literacy rate in Panthia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Panthia was 54.03%. Male literacy was 63.78% and female literacy was 43.18%.