Panasia - Harichandanpur, Keonjhar
Panasia is a village situated in the Harichandanpur tehsil of Keonjhar district, Odisha. It is located approximately 35 km from Pandapara and around 45 km from Kendujhar. Jamujodi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Panasia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Panasia is 386564. The village covers a total geographical area of 727 hectares and falls under the 758079 pincode. Kendujhar is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Panasia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Telkoi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Keonjhar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Panasia
As per Census 2011, Panasia village has a total population of 886 people, consisting of 462 males and 424 females. The village has 228 households and a sex ratio of 917 females per 1,000 males. There are 127 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 479 literate and 407 illiterate residents. Additionally, 28 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 486 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Panasia are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 886 | 462 | 424 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 127 | 66 | 61 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 28 | 16 | 12 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 486 | 257 | 229 |
| Literate Population | 479 | 304 | 175 |
| Illiterate Population | 407 | 158 | 249 |
Nearby Villages of Panasia
Panasia 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sahartangiri | North-West | 2.12 km |
| Masinajodi | North | 2.68 km |
| Fuljhar | North-East | 2.72 km |
| Karanjia | South | 3.38 km |
| Kalapata | South | 3.50 km |
| Budha Khaman | West | 3.74 km |
| Saradhapasi | South | 4.15 km |
| Khuntapasi | South-East | 4.16 km |
| Kundalpani | South-East | 4.36 km |
| Manapur | East | 4.88 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Panasia
Panasia is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Nilakantheswar, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 101.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Kendujhar to Panasia is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Kendujhar to Panasia is about 45 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 Panasia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Panasia 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Panasia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Panasia village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Panasia
Where is Panasia located?
Panasia village is located in Harichandanpur Tehsil, Keonjhar district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Panasia?
The Gram Panchayat of Panasia is Jamujodi.
What is the pincode of Panasia?
The pincode of Panasia is 758079.
What is the population of Panasia?
Panasia has a total population of 886, including 462 males and 424 females.
How many households are there in Panasia?
There are 228 households in Panasia.
What is the literacy rate in Panasia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Panasia is 54.06%. Male literacy is 65.80% and female literacy is 41.27%.