Panasia - Kankadahad, Dhenkanal
Panasia is a village situated in the Kankadahad tehsil of Dhenkanal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kankadahad and around 55 km from the district headquarters in Dhenkanal. Birasal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Panasia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Panasia is 402505. The village covers a total geographical area of 119 hectares and falls under the 759018 pincode. Kamakshyanagar is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Panasia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Parjanga Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dhenkanal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Panasia
As per Census 2011, Panasia village has a total population of 219 people, consisting of 113 males and 106 females. The village has 49 households and a sex ratio of 938 females per 1,000 males. There are 42 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 87 literate and 132 illiterate residents. Additionally, 169 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Panasia are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 219 | 113 | 106 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 42 | 25 | 17 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 169 | 86 | 83 |
| Literate Population | 87 | 55 | 32 |
| Illiterate Population | 132 | 58 | 74 |
Nearby Villages of Panasia
Panasia 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Patharakata | West | 0.74 km |
| Birasal | South-East | 1.60 km |
| Khajuria | West | 2.00 km |
| Rahani | South | 2.35 km |
| Sendhasar | North-East | 2.55 km |
| Bandania | East | 2.94 km |
| Koli Bania Kateni | South-West | 3.86 km |
| Haladigundi | West | 3.87 km |
| Majhipal | North-East | 4.10 km |
| Hadagari | South | 4.16 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Panasia
Panasia is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Chilikidara, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 68.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 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 Kamakshyanagar to Panasia is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Dhenkanal to Panasia is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Panasia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Panasia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Panasia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Panasia village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Panasia
Where is Panasia located?
Panasia village is located in Kankadahad Tehsil, Dhenkanal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Panasia?
The Gram Panchayat of Panasia is Birasal.
What is the pincode of Panasia?
The pincode of Panasia is 759018.
What is the population of Panasia?
Panasia has a total population of 219, including 113 males and 106 females.
How many households are there in Panasia?
There are 49 households in Panasia.
What is the literacy rate in Panasia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Panasia is 39.73%. Male literacy is 48.67% and female literacy is 30.19%.