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
As per Census 2011, Panchamba village has a total population of 564 people, consisting of 279 males and 285 females. The village has 132 households and a sex ratio of 1,021 females per 1,000 males. There are 71 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 254 literate and 310 illiterate residents. Additionally, 177 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 53 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Panchamba are given below:
| 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 has a total population of 564, including 279 males and 285 females.
How many households are there in Panchamba?
There are 132 households in Panchamba.
What is the literacy rate in Panchamba?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Panchamba is 45.04%. Male literacy is 55.56% and female literacy is 34.74%.