Panchupal - Barang, Cuttack
Panchupal is a village situated in the Barang tehsil of Cuttack district, Odisha. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Barang and around 17 km from the district headquarters in Cuttack. Dadhapatna serves as the Gram Panchayat for Panchupal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Panchupal is 399151. The village covers a total geographical area of 113 hectares and falls under the 754005 pincode. Cuttack is the nearest town, located about 17 km away.
Panchupal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Banki Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Cuttack Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Panchupal
According to the 2011 Census, Panchupal village had a total population of 1,345 people, including 691 males and 654 females, living in 282 households. The sex ratio was 946 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 88.49%, with male literacy at 94.63% and female literacy at 82.05%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 377.
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 | 1,345 | 691 | 654 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 146 | 77 | 69 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 377 | 186 | 191 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,061 | 581 | 480 |
| Illiterate Population | 284 | 110 | 174 |
Nearby Villages of Panchupal
Panchupal 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 Panchupal
Panchupal is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. Panchupal has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Cuttack to Panchupal is about 17 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 Panchupal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Panchupal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Panchupal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Panchupal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Panchupal
Where is Panchupal located?
Panchupal village is located in Barang Tehsil, Cuttack district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Panchupal?
The Gram Panchayat of Panchupal is Dadhapatna.
What is the pincode of Panchupal?
The pincode of Panchupal is 754005.
What is the population of Panchupal?
Panchupal had a total population of 1,345, including 691 males and 654 females.
How many households are there in Panchupal?
Panchupal had 282 households.
What is the literacy rate in Panchupal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Panchupal was 88.49%. Male literacy was 94.63% and female literacy was 82.05%.