Panchananpur - Barbil, Keonjhar
Panchananpur is a village situated in the Barbil tehsil of Keonjhar district, Odisha. It is located approximately 25 km from Joda and around 55 km from Kendujhar. Anseikala serves as the Gram Panchayat for Panchananpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Panchananpur is 385302. The village covers a total geographical area of 236 hectares and falls under the 758034 pincode. Joda is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Panchananpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Champua Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Keonjhar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Panchananpur
As per Census 2011, Panchananpur village has a total population of 624 people, consisting of 314 males and 310 females. The village has 119 households and a sex ratio of 987 females per 1,000 males. There are 119 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 250 literate and 374 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 542 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Panchananpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 624 | 314 | 310 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 119 | 60 | 59 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | - | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 542 | 275 | 267 |
| Literate Population | 250 | 158 | 92 |
| Illiterate Population | 374 | 156 | 218 |
Nearby Villages of Panchananpur
Panchananpur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sanabadabila | South-West | 1.01 km |
| Narayanpur | East | 1.89 km |
| Jampani | North-East | 2.04 km |
| Anseikala | South-West | 2.36 km |
| Jamukundia | North-West | 2.92 km |
| Lepang | East | 3.14 km |
| Nayakrushanapur | East | 3.28 km |
| Putugaon | South-East | 3.32 km |
| Purunakrushnapur | South-East | 3.33 km |
| Kudapi | South-East | 3.87 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Panchananpur
Panchananpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Deojhar, while the nearest airport is Sonari Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 82.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Joda to Panchananpur is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kendujhar to Panchananpur is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Panchananpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Panchananpur 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Panchananpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Panchananpur 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Panchananpur
Where is Panchananpur located?
Panchananpur village is located in Barbil Tehsil, Keonjhar district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Panchananpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Panchananpur is Anseikala.
What is the pincode of Panchananpur?
The pincode of Panchananpur is 758034.
What is the population of Panchananpur?
Panchananpur has a total population of 624, including 314 males and 310 females.
How many households are there in Panchananpur?
There are 119 households in Panchananpur.
What is the literacy rate in Panchananpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Panchananpur is 40.06%. Male literacy is 50.32% and female literacy is 29.68%.