Panigan - Kokasara, Kalahandi
Panigan is a village situated in the Kokasara tehsil of Kalahandi district, Odisha. It is located approximately 21 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kokasara and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Bhawanipatna. Rangalipali serves as the Gram Panchayat for Panigan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Panigan is 424036. The village covers a total geographical area of 124 hectares and falls under the 766018 pincode. Junagarh is the nearest town, located about 28 km away.
Panigan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dharmgarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kalahandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Panigan
According to the 2011 Census, Panigan village had a total population of 287 people, including 145 males and 142 females, living in 79 households. The sex ratio was 979 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 71.54%, with male literacy at 83.61% and female literacy at 59.68%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 27, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 128.
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 | 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 |
Nearby Villages of Panigan
Panigan 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Rengal Pali | East | 1.51 km |
| Dal Guma | North-West | 2.56 km |
| Kachhar Padar | East | 2.60 km |
| Kokasara | South | 2.85 km |
| Chhili Pamal | North-East | 3.04 km |
| Chilguda | South-East | 3.49 km |
| Gahanamunda | North | 3.54 km |
| Gadramal | South | 3.68 km |
| Dangari Guda | East | 3.94 km |
| Kadopadar | South-East | 4.14 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Panigan
Panigan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Junagarh Road, while the nearest airport is Utkela Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 52.2 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 | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Junagarh to Panigan is about 28 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bhawanipatna to Panigan is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Panigan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Panigan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Panigan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Panigan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Panigan
Where is Panigan located?
Panigan village is located in Kokasara Tehsil, Kalahandi district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Panigan?
The Gram Panchayat of Panigan is Rangalipali.
What is the pincode of Panigan?
The pincode of Panigan is 766018.
What is the population of Panigan?
Panigan had a total population of 287, including 145 males and 142 females.
How many households are there in Panigan?
Panigan had 79 households.
What is the literacy rate in Panigan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Panigan was 71.54%. Male literacy was 83.61% and female literacy was 59.68%.