Panikeshar - Buguda, Ganjam
Panikeshar is a village situated in the Buguda tehsil of Ganjam district, Odisha. It is located approximately 50 km from the tehsil headquarters in Buguda and around 90 km from the district headquarters in Chatrapur. Bhagabanpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Panikeshar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Panikeshar is 410396. The village covers a total geographical area of 491 hectares and falls under the 761118 pincode. Buguda is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Panikeshar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Polasara Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Aska Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Panikeshar
As per Census 2011, Panikeshar village has a total population of 1,866 people, consisting of 956 males and 910 females. The village has 415 households and a sex ratio of 951 females per 1,000 males. There are 251 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,183 literate and 683 illiterate residents. Additionally, 349 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Panikeshar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,866 | 956 | 910 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 251 | 137 | 114 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 349 | 183 | 166 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 1,183 | 700 | 483 |
| Illiterate Population | 683 | 256 | 427 |
Nearby Villages of Panikeshar
Panikeshar 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Khainchapada | South-West | 1.61 km |
| Dadarakhola | West | 1.77 km |
| Tabhapalli | North-West | 1.77 km |
| Bhagabanpur | North-East | 2.27 km |
| B.karadabadi | North-West | 2.53 km |
| Takarada | North | 3.23 km |
| Biranchipur | West | 3.41 km |
| Dengabadi | North-East | 3.70 km |
| Matajhari | North-East | 3.76 km |
| Pankalasahi | West | 4.12 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Panikeshar
Panikeshar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Balugaon, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 87.1 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 Buguda to Panikeshar is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chatrapur to Panikeshar is about 90 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Panikeshar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Panikeshar 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Panikeshar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Panikeshar 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 Panikeshar
Where is Panikeshar located?
Panikeshar village is located in Buguda Tehsil, Ganjam district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Panikeshar?
The Gram Panchayat of Panikeshar is Bhagabanpur.
What is the pincode of Panikeshar?
The pincode of Panikeshar is 761118.
What is the population of Panikeshar?
Panikeshar has a total population of 1,866, including 956 males and 910 females.
How many households are there in Panikeshar?
There are 415 households in Panikeshar.
What is the literacy rate in Panikeshar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Panikeshar is 63.40%. Male literacy is 73.22% and female literacy is 53.08%.