Panchagaon - Jatani, Khordha
Panchagaon is a village situated in the Jatani tehsil of Khordha district, Odisha. It is located approximately 8 km from Airfield (kapila Prasad) and around 20 km from Khordha . Jamukoli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Panchagaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Panchagaon is 407731. The village covers a total geographical area of 329 hectares and falls under the 751002 pincode. Bhubaneswar is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Panchagaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jatani Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhubaneswar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Panchagaon
As per Census 2011, Panchagaon village has a total population of 2,125 people, consisting of 1,038 males and 1,087 females. The village has 393 households and a sex ratio of 1,047 females per 1,000 males. There are 228 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,681 literate and 444 illiterate residents. Additionally, 679 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Panchagaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,125 | 1,038 | 1,087 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 228 | 106 | 122 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 679 | 319 | 360 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 2 | - |
| Literate Population | 1,681 | 881 | 800 |
| Illiterate Population | 444 | 157 | 287 |
Nearby Villages of Panchagaon
Panchagaon 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sahaspur | North-East | 1.37 km |
| Sarakaribadakalyanpur | South-East | 1.46 km |
| Barakuda | South-West | 1.69 km |
| Kshetrapal | North | 1.80 km |
| Jamukoli | West | 1.95 km |
| Padhansahi | North-West | 2.05 km |
| Kuha | North | 2.25 km |
| Kalyanpursasan | South-East | 2.38 km |
| Nandipur | North | 2.67 km |
| Basantapur Sasan | East | 2.68 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Panchagaon
Panchagaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Retang, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 6.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Bhubaneswar to Panchagaon is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Khordha to Panchagaon is about 20 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Panchagaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Panchagaon 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 <1 km |
Health Facilities in Panchagaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Panchagaon 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Panchagaon
Where is Panchagaon located?
Panchagaon village is located in Jatani Tehsil, Khordha district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Panchagaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Panchagaon is Jamukoli.
What is the pincode of Panchagaon?
The pincode of Panchagaon is 751002.
What is the population of Panchagaon?
Panchagaon has a total population of 2,125, including 1,038 males and 1,087 females.
How many households are there in Panchagaon?
There are 393 households in Panchagaon.
What is the literacy rate in Panchagaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Panchagaon is 79.11%. Male literacy is 84.87% and female literacy is 73.60%.