Panchanga - Anandapur, Keonjhar
Panchanga is a village situated in the Anandapur tehsil of Keonjhar district, Odisha. It is located approximately 11 km from Anandapur and around 91 km from Kendujhar. Mochinda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Panchanga village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Panchanga is 387036. The village covers a total geographical area of 38 hectares and falls under the 758022 pincode. Anandapur is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Panchanga village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Anandapur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Keonjhar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Panchanga
According to the 2011 Census, Panchanga village had a total population of 542 people, including 277 males and 265 females, living in 128 households. The sex ratio was 957 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 63.17%, with male literacy at 71.43% and female literacy at 54.05%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 483.
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 | 542 | 277 | 265 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 75 | 32 | 43 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 483 | 241 | 242 |
| Literate Population | 295 | 175 | 120 |
| Illiterate Population | 247 | 102 | 145 |
Nearby Villages of Panchanga
Panchanga 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 Panchanga
Panchanga is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Anandapur to Panchanga is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kendujhar to Panchanga is about 91 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Panchanga
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Panchanga 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Panchanga
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Panchanga 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 Panchanga
Where is Panchanga located?
Panchanga village is located in Anandapur Tehsil, Keonjhar district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Panchanga?
The Gram Panchayat of Panchanga is Mochinda.
What is the pincode of Panchanga?
The pincode of Panchanga is 758022.
What is the population of Panchanga?
Panchanga had a total population of 542, including 277 males and 265 females.
How many households are there in Panchanga?
Panchanga had 128 households.
What is the literacy rate in Panchanga?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Panchanga was 63.17%. Male literacy was 71.43% and female literacy was 54.05%.