Panganal - Harichandanpur, Keonjhar
Panganal is a village situated in the Harichandanpur tehsil of Keonjhar district, Odisha. It is located approximately 24 km from Daitari and around 85 km from Kendujhar. Tangiriapal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Panganal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Panganal is 386851. The village falls under the 758026 pincode. Kendujhar is the nearest town, located about 90 km away.
Panganal 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 Panganal
According to the 2011 Census, Panganal village had a total population of 470 people, including 238 males and 232 females, living in 89 households. The sex ratio was 975 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 30.12%, with male literacy at 37.58% and female literacy at 22.75%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 470.
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 | 470 | 238 | 232 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 138 | 73 | 65 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 470 | 238 | 232 |
| Literate Population | 100 | 62 | 38 |
| Illiterate Population | 370 | 176 | 194 |
Nearby Villages of Panganal
Panganal 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 Panganal
Panganal is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Panganal.
| 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 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kendujhar to Panganal is about 90 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Kendujhar to Panganal is about 85 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Panganal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Panganal 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 Panganal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Panganal 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Panganal
Where is Panganal located?
Panganal village is located in Harichandanpur Tehsil, Keonjhar district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Panganal?
The Gram Panchayat of Panganal is Tangiriapal.
What is the pincode of Panganal?
The pincode of Panganal is 758026.
What is the population of Panganal?
Panganal had a total population of 470, including 238 males and 232 females.
How many households are there in Panganal?
Panganal had 89 households.
What is the literacy rate in Panganal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Panganal was 30.12%. Male literacy was 37.58% and female literacy was 22.75%.