Panchabhuti - Jagannath Prasad, Ganjam
Panchabhuti is a village situated in the Jagannath Prasad tehsil of Ganjam district, Odisha. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jagannath Prasad and around 130 km from the district headquarters in Chatrapur. Panchabhuti village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Panchabhuti is 410495. The village covers a total geographical area of 466 hectares and falls under the 761121 pincode. Buguda is the nearest town, located about 27 km away.
Panchabhuti village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bhanjanagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kandhamal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Panchabhuti
As per Census 2011, Panchabhuti village has a total population of 4,649 people, consisting of 2,420 males and 2,229 females. The village has 1,063 households and a sex ratio of 921 females per 1,000 males. There are 548 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,447 literate and 1,202 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,192 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 42 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Panchabhuti are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,649 | 2,420 | 2,229 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 548 | 274 | 274 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,192 | 615 | 577 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 42 | 23 | 19 |
| Literate Population | 3,447 | 1,921 | 1,526 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,202 | 499 | 703 |
Nearby Villages of Panchabhuti
Panchabhuti 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Deullapalli | South-East | 1.54 km |
| Sugumu | North | 1.58 km |
| Tikarapalli | South | 1.73 km |
| Khairanati | North-East | 1.90 km |
| Chadheiapalli | West | 2.32 km |
| Kumpapada | South-East | 3.30 km |
| Luni | North | 3.31 km |
| Jhadasahi | North-West | 3.45 km |
| Nauriagoda | North-East | 3.62 km |
| Maheswarpur | East | 3.83 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Panchabhuti
Panchabhuti is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Balugaon, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 81.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Buguda to Panchabhuti is about 27 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Chatrapur to Panchabhuti is about 130 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Panchabhuti
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Panchabhuti 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 Panchabhuti
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Panchabhuti village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Panchabhuti
Where is Panchabhuti located?
Panchabhuti village is located in Jagannath Prasad Tehsil, Ganjam district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Panchabhuti?
Panchabhuti is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Panchabhuti?
The pincode of Panchabhuti is 761121.
What is the population of Panchabhuti?
Panchabhuti has a total population of 4,649, including 2,420 males and 2,229 females.
How many households are there in Panchabhuti?
There are 1,063 households in Panchabhuti.
What is the literacy rate in Panchabhuti?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Panchabhuti is 74.14%. Male literacy is 79.38% and female literacy is 68.46%.