Panpur - Basudevpur, Bhadrak
Panpur is a village situated in the Basudevpur tehsil of Bhadrak district, Odisha. It is located approximately 23 km from Naikanidihi and around 63 km from Bhadrak. Balimed serves as the Gram Panchayat for Panpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Panpur is 395013. The village covers a total geographical area of 183 hectares and falls under the 756164 pincode. Basudebpur is the nearest town, located about 23 km away.
Panpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Basudevpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhadrak Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Panpur
As per Census 2011, Panpur village has a total population of 818 people, consisting of 429 males and 389 females. The village has 181 households and a sex ratio of 906 females per 1,000 males. There are 82 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 654 literate and 164 illiterate residents. Additionally, 172 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Panpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 818 | 429 | 389 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 82 | 42 | 40 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 172 | 85 | 87 |
| Literate Population | 654 | 367 | 287 |
| Illiterate Population | 164 | 62 | 102 |
Nearby Villages of Panpur
Panpur is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Bayalisbindha | North | 1.09 km |
| Apartipur | North-East | 1.47 km |
| Purusottompur | South | 1.49 km |
| Lakshmiprasad | East | 1.56 km |
| Jiginipur | North-West | 1.67 km |
| Balimed | South-West | 2.03 km |
| Laxmidaspur | North | 2.41 km |
| Chhatrapur | North-West | 2.61 km |
| Binadanda | East | 2.75 km |
| Rajgharpokhari | South-East | 2.79 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Panpur
Panpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Ranital, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 103.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Basudebpur to Panpur is about 23 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhadrak to Panpur is about 63 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Panpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Panpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Panpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Panpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Panpur
Where is Panpur located?
Panpur village is located in Basudevpur Tehsil, Bhadrak district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Panpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Panpur is Balimed.
What is the pincode of Panpur?
The pincode of Panpur is 756164.
What is the population of Panpur?
Panpur has a total population of 818, including 429 males and 389 females.
How many households are there in Panpur?
There are 181 households in Panpur.
What is the literacy rate in Panpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Panpur is 79.95%. Male literacy is 85.55% and female literacy is 73.78%.