Panchgaon - Lakhanpur, Jharsuguda
Panchgaon is a village situated in the Lakhanpur tehsil of Jharsuguda district, Odisha. It is located approximately 25 km from Rengali and around 69 km from Jharsuguda. Panchagaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Panchgaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Panchgaon is 380958. The village covers a total geographical area of 135 hectares and falls under the 768226 pincode. Belpahar is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Panchgaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Brajarajnagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bargarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Panchgaon
According to the 2011 Census, Panchgaon village had a total population of 666 people, including 315 males and 351 females, living in 148 households. The sex ratio was 1,114 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 91.23%, with male literacy at 94.74% and female literacy at 88.09%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 189, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 23.
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 | 666 | 315 | 351 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 62 | 30 | 32 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 189 | 89 | 100 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 23 | 14 | 9 |
| Literate Population | 551 | 270 | 281 |
| Illiterate Population | 115 | 45 | 70 |
Nearby Villages of Panchgaon
Panchgaon 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 Panchgaon
Panchgaon 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 Belpahar to Panchgaon is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Jharsuguda to Panchgaon is about 69 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Panchgaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Panchgaon 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 Panchgaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Panchgaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Panchgaon
Where is Panchgaon located?
Panchgaon village is located in Lakhanpur Tehsil, Jharsuguda district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Panchgaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Panchgaon is Panchagaon.
What is the pincode of Panchgaon?
The pincode of Panchgaon is 768226.
What is the population of Panchgaon?
Panchgaon had a total population of 666, including 315 males and 351 females.
How many households are there in Panchgaon?
Panchgaon had 148 households.
What is the literacy rate in Panchgaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Panchgaon was 91.23%. Male literacy was 94.74% and female literacy was 88.09%.