Panjia - Golamunda, Kalahandi
Panjia is a village situated in the Golamunda tehsil of Kalahandi district, Odisha. It is located approximately 19 km from the tehsil headquarters in Golamunda and around 54 km from the district headquarters in Bhawanipatna. Khambaldi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Panjia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Panjia is 423902. The village covers a total geographical area of 382 hectares and falls under the 766029 pincode. Junagarh is the nearest town, located about 24 km away.
Panjia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Junagarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kalahandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Panjia
As per Census 2011, Panjia village has a total population of 1,446 people, consisting of 740 males and 706 females. The village has 386 households and a sex ratio of 954 females per 1,000 males. There are 186 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 727 literate and 719 illiterate residents. Additionally, 684 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 487 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Panjia are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,446 | 740 | 706 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 186 | 105 | 81 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 684 | 352 | 332 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 487 | 243 | 244 |
| Literate Population | 727 | 461 | 266 |
| Illiterate Population | 719 | 279 | 440 |
Nearby Villages of Panjia
Panjia 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Telipalas | South-East | 1.59 km |
| Lakhurbhata | North-East | 1.75 km |
| Taranja | South-West | 1.99 km |
| Chichia | North | 2.32 km |
| Khamarhaladi | West | 2.50 km |
| Khanatara | South-East | 3.01 km |
| Matia | South-East | 3.06 km |
| Sarasaguda | North-East | 3.07 km |
| Dashaghar | South | 3.13 km |
| Tambachada | East | 3.33 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Panjia
Panjia is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Junagarh Road, while the nearest airport is Utkela Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 32.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Junagarh to Panjia is about 24 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhawanipatna to Panjia is about 54 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Panjia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Panjia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Panjia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Panjia village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Panjia
Where is Panjia located?
Panjia village is located in Golamunda Tehsil, Kalahandi district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Panjia?
The Gram Panchayat of Panjia is Khambaldi.
What is the pincode of Panjia?
The pincode of Panjia is 766029.
What is the population of Panjia?
Panjia has a total population of 1,446, including 740 males and 706 females.
How many households are there in Panjia?
There are 386 households in Panjia.
What is the literacy rate in Panjia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Panjia is 50.28%. Male literacy is 62.30% and female literacy is 37.68%.