Panigan
Panigan is a village located in Kokasara tehsil of Kalahandi district in Odisha, India. It is situated 21km away from sub-district headquarter Kokasara (tehsildar office) and 60km away from district headquarter Bhawanipatna. As per 2009 stats, Rangalipali is the gram panchayat of Panigan village.
Panigan has its own place in the vibrant Kalahandi region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Panigan
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Panigan is 424036. The village spans a total geographical area of 124 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 766019. Junagarh is nearest town to Panigan village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 28km away.
Google Map of Panigan
Population of Panigan
Below is a concise population overview of Panigan as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 287 | 145 | 142 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 41 | 23 | 18 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 27 | 13 | 14 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 128 | 64 | 64 |
| Literate Population | 176 | 102 | 74 |
| Illiterate Population | 111 | 43 | 68 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Panigan village:
- The total population of Panigan village is around 287, including approximately 145 males and 142 females, with a sex ratio of 979 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 41 children aged 0–6 years in Panigan village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Panigan village has 27 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 128 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Panigan village is about 61.32%, with male literacy at 70.34% and female literacy at 52.11%.
- There are around 79 households in Panigan village.
Connectivity of Panigan
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Panigan. As per the 2011 stats, Panigan had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Panigan
Knowing the nearby villages of Panigan helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Panigan.
Frequently Asked Questions about Panigan
- Where is Panigan located?
- Panigan village is situated in Kokasara Tehsil, within the Kalahandi district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Panigan?
- The Gram Panchayat of Panigan is Rangalipali (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Panigan?
- The pincode of Panigan is 766019, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Panigan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Panigan is 287, with 145 males and 142 females.
- How many households are there in Panigan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Panigan village has a total of 79 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Panigan as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Panigan is 61.32%. The male literacy rate is 70.34%, while the female literacy rate is 52.11%.