Panga - Telkoi, Keonjhar
Panga is a village situated in the Telkoi tehsil of Keonjhar district, Odisha. It is located approximately 30 km from Telkoi and around 80 km from Kendujhar. Talapada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Panga village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Panga is 386402. The village covers a total geographical area of 390 hectares and falls under the 758018 pincode. Kendujhar is the nearest town, located about 28 km away.
Panga 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 Panga
As per Census 2011, Panga village has a total population of 483 people, consisting of 252 males and 231 females. The village has 107 households and a sex ratio of 916 females per 1,000 males. There are 64 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 337 literate and 146 illiterate residents. Additionally, 163 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 49 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Panga are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 483 | 252 | 231 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 64 | 30 | 34 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 163 | 84 | 79 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 49 | 24 | 25 |
| Literate Population | 337 | 201 | 136 |
| Illiterate Population | 146 | 51 | 95 |
Nearby Villages of Panga
Panga 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Talapada | North-West | 3.55 km |
| Gurum | West | 3.90 km |
| Badakhaman | North-West | 4.39 km |
| Pithagola | East | 5.37 km |
| Kuladhankuni | South-East | 5.61 km |
| Kuliapal | North-West | 5.94 km |
| Khantamara | North | 6.12 km |
| Kharaba | South-East | 6.21 km |
| Samagiri(ka) | North-East | 6.38 km |
| Balipasi | East | 6.44 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Panga
Panga is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Harichandanpur, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 98.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kendujhar to Panga is about 28 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Kendujhar to Panga is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Panga
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Panga village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Panga
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Panga 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Panga
Where is Panga located?
Panga village is located in Telkoi Tehsil, Keonjhar district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Panga?
The Gram Panchayat of Panga is Talapada.
What is the pincode of Panga?
The pincode of Panga is 758018.
What is the population of Panga?
Panga has a total population of 483, including 252 males and 231 females.
How many households are there in Panga?
There are 107 households in Panga.
What is the literacy rate in Panga?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Panga is 69.77%. Male literacy is 79.76% and female literacy is 58.87%.