Panigaon - Junagarh, Kalahandi
Panigaon is a village situated in the Junagarh tehsil of Kalahandi district, Odisha. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Junagarh and around 34 km from the district headquarters in Bhawanipatna. Chingudisar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Panigaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Panigaon is 423697. The village covers a total geographical area of 199 hectares and falls under the 766014 pincode. Junagarh is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Panigaon 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 Panigaon
As per Census 2011, Panigaon village has a total population of 608 people, consisting of 300 males and 308 females. The village has 153 households and a sex ratio of 1,026 females per 1,000 males. There are 94 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 296 literate and 312 illiterate residents. Additionally, 65 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 61 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Panigaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 608 | 300 | 308 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 94 | 47 | 47 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 65 | 36 | 29 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 61 | 31 | 30 |
| Literate Population | 296 | 190 | 106 |
| Illiterate Population | 312 | 110 | 202 |
Nearby Villages of Panigaon
Panigaon 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sahajakana | South-West | 1.57 km |
| Jharabandha | South-East | 1.90 km |
| Chingedisar | South | 1.90 km |
| Bandhagaon | North-West | 2.03 km |
| Padiagada(padiagarh) | South | 2.86 km |
| Kandhabramhaniguda | East | 2.97 km |
| Murlapadar | South-West | 3.07 km |
| Mankadshola(makarsola) | North | 3.22 km |
| Padiagaon | South | 3.47 km |
| Kendupati | North-East | 3.63 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Panigaon
Public transport in the Panigaon 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 23.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Junagarh to Panigaon is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhawanipatna to Panigaon is about 34 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Panigaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Panigaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Panigaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Panigaon 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Panigaon
Where is Panigaon located?
Panigaon village is located in Junagarh Tehsil, Kalahandi district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Panigaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Panigaon is Chingudisar.
What is the pincode of Panigaon?
The pincode of Panigaon is 766014.
What is the population of Panigaon?
Panigaon has a total population of 608, including 300 males and 308 females.
How many households are there in Panigaon?
There are 153 households in Panigaon.
What is the literacy rate in Panigaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Panigaon is 48.68%. Male literacy is 63.33% and female literacy is 34.42%.