Panchagochhia - Narsinghpur, Cuttack
Panchagochhia is a village situated in the Narsinghpur tehsil of Cuttack district, Odisha. It is located approximately 68 km from Narasinghpur and around 120 km from Cuttack. Sagara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Panchagochhia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Panchagochhia is 398571. The village covers a total geographical area of 300 hectares and falls under the 754032 pincode. Jagatsinghapur is the nearest town, located about 17 km away.
Panchagochhia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Baramba Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Cuttack Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Panchagochhia
As per Census 2011, Panchagochhia village has a total population of 686 people, consisting of 347 males and 339 females. The village has 173 households and a sex ratio of 976 females per 1,000 males. There are 93 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 438 literate and 248 illiterate residents. Additionally, 279 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 19 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Panchagochhia are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 686 | 347 | 339 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 93 | 45 | 48 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 279 | 135 | 144 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 19 | 8 | 11 |
| Literate Population | 438 | 244 | 194 |
| Illiterate Population | 248 | 103 | 145 |
Nearby Villages of Panchagochhia
Panchagochhia 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 Panchagochhia
Panchagochhia is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Jagatsinghapur to Panchagochhia is about 17 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Cuttack to Panchagochhia is about 120 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Panchagochhia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Panchagochhia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Panchagochhia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Panchagochhia 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 Panchagochhia
Where is Panchagochhia located?
Panchagochhia village is located in Narsinghpur Tehsil, Cuttack district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Panchagochhia?
The Gram Panchayat of Panchagochhia is Sagara.
What is the pincode of Panchagochhia?
The pincode of Panchagochhia is 754032.
What is the population of Panchagochhia?
Panchagochhia has a total population of 686, including 347 males and 339 females.
How many households are there in Panchagochhia?
There are 173 households in Panchagochhia.
What is the literacy rate in Panchagochhia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Panchagochhia is 63.85%. Male literacy is 70.32% and female literacy is 57.23%.