Panchamba - Patrapur, Ganjam
Panchamba is a village situated in the Patrapur tehsil of Ganjam district, Odisha. It is located approximately 53 km from Jarada and around 81 km from Chatrapur. Samantarapur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Panchamba village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Panchamba is 413336. The village covers a total geographical area of 53 hectares and falls under the 761005 pincode. Brahmapur is the nearest town, located about 55 km away.
Panchamba village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chikiti Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Berhampur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Panchamba
According to the 2011 Census, Panchamba village had a total population of 564 people, including 279 males and 285 females, living in 132 households. The sex ratio was 1,022 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 51.52%, with male literacy at 63.79% and female literacy at 39.60%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 177, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 53.
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 | 564 | 279 | 285 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 71 | 36 | 35 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 177 | 91 | 86 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 53 | 25 | 28 |
| Literate Population | 254 | 155 | 99 |
| Illiterate Population | 310 | 124 | 186 |
Nearby Villages of Panchamba
Panchamba 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 Panchamba
Panchamba 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 >10 km |
| 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 Brahmapur to Panchamba is about 55 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Chatrapur to Panchamba is about 81 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Panchamba
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Panchamba village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Panchamba
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Panchamba 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Panchamba
Where is Panchamba located?
Panchamba village is located in Patrapur Tehsil, Ganjam district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Panchamba?
The Gram Panchayat of Panchamba is Samantarapur.
What is the pincode of Panchamba?
The pincode of Panchamba is 761005.
What is the population of Panchamba?
Panchamba had a total population of 564, including 279 males and 285 females.
How many households are there in Panchamba?
Panchamba had 132 households.
What is the literacy rate in Panchamba?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Panchamba was 51.52%. Male literacy was 63.79% and female literacy was 39.60%.