Panasa - Bhandari Pokhari, Bhadrak
Panasa is a village situated in the Bhandari Pokhari tehsil of Bhadrak district, Odisha. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bhandari Pokhari and around 28 km from the district headquarters in Bhadrak. Balipokhari serves as the Gram Panchayat for Panasa village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Panasa is 394589. The village covers a total geographical area of 34 hectares and falls under the 756120 pincode. Jajapur is the nearest town, located about 6 km away.
Panasa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bhandaripokhari Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhadrak Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Panasa
As per Census 2011, Panasa village has a total population of 184 people, consisting of 98 males and 86 females. The village has 43 households and a sex ratio of 877 females per 1,000 males. There are 21 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 132 literate and 52 illiterate residents. Additionally, 40 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 3 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Panasa are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 184 | 98 | 86 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 21 | 14 | 7 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 40 | 17 | 23 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 132 | 71 | 61 |
| Illiterate Population | 52 | 27 | 25 |
Nearby Villages of Panasa
Panasa 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Angargadia | North-East | 0.85 km |
| Korkara | North-West | 1.06 km |
| Panasa | South | 1.31 km |
| Raghunathpur | East | 1.47 km |
| Nando | North | 1.57 km |
| Kamagarh | West | 1.60 km |
| Mahisagadia | North-East | 1.62 km |
| Jangaria (janagadia) | North-East | 1.79 km |
| Makeipur | South-West | 1.95 km |
| Kumbaria | North | 2.07 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Panasa
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Panasa. The nearest railway station is Manjuri Road, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 69.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jajapur to Panasa is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhadrak to Panasa is about 28 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Panasa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Panasa 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Panasa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Panasa 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 Panasa
Where is Panasa located?
Panasa village is located in Bhandari Pokhari Tehsil, Bhadrak district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Panasa?
The Gram Panchayat of Panasa is Balipokhari.
What is the pincode of Panasa?
The pincode of Panasa is 756120.
What is the population of Panasa?
Panasa has a total population of 184, including 98 males and 86 females.
How many households are there in Panasa?
There are 43 households in Panasa.
What is the literacy rate in Panasa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Panasa is 71.74%. Male literacy is 72.45% and female literacy is 70.93%.