Panposh - Champua, Keonjhar
Panposh is a village situated in the Champua tehsil of Keonjhar district, Odisha. It is located approximately 13 km from Champua and around 46 km from Kendujhar. Kalikaprasad serves as the Gram Panchayat for Panposh village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Panposh is 385452. The village covers a total geographical area of 45 hectares and falls under the 758044 pincode. Joda is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Panposh 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 Panposh
According to the 2011 Census, Panposh village had a total population of 27 people, including 16 males and 11 females, living in 5 households. The sex ratio was 688 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 42.86%, with male literacy at 46.15% and female literacy at 37.50%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 27.
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 | 27 | 16 | 11 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 6 | 3 | 3 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 27 | 16 | 11 |
| Literate Population | 9 | 6 | 3 |
| Illiterate Population | 18 | 10 | 8 |
Nearby Villages of Panposh
Panposh 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 Panposh
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Panposh. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Panposh.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Joda to Panposh is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kendujhar to Panposh is about 46 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Panposh
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Panposh 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 Panposh
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Panposh 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Panposh
Where is Panposh located?
Panposh village is located in Champua Tehsil, Keonjhar district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Panposh?
The Gram Panchayat of Panposh is Kalikaprasad.
What is the pincode of Panposh?
The pincode of Panposh is 758044.
What is the population of Panposh?
Panposh had a total population of 27, including 16 males and 11 females.
How many households are there in Panposh?
Panposh had 5 households.
What is the literacy rate in Panposh?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Panposh was 42.86%. Male literacy was 46.15% and female literacy was 37.50%.