Panijia - Saraskana, Mayurbhanj
Panijia is a village situated in the Saraskana tehsil of Mayurbhanj district, Odisha. It is located approximately 1 km from Jharpokharia and around 52 km from Baripada. Saraskana serves as the Gram Panchayat for Panijia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Panijia is 387884. The village covers a total geographical area of 35 hectares and falls under the 757051 pincode. Baripada is the nearest town, located about 45 km away.
Panijia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Saraskana Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mayurbhanj Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Panijia
According to the 2011 Census, Panijia village had a total population of 272 people, including 153 males and 119 females, living in 69 households. The sex ratio was 778 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 50.00%, with male literacy at 57.89% and female literacy at 40.37%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 84.
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 | 272 | 153 | 119 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 30 | 20 | 10 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 84 | 45 | 39 |
| Literate Population | 121 | 77 | 44 |
| Illiterate Population | 151 | 76 | 75 |
Nearby Villages of Panijia
Panijia 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 Panijia
Panijia is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Baripada to Panijia is about 45 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Baripada to Panijia is about 52 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Panijia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Panijia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Panijia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Panijia village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Panijia
Where is Panijia located?
Panijia village is located in Saraskana Tehsil, Mayurbhanj district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Panijia?
The Gram Panchayat of Panijia is Saraskana.
What is the pincode of Panijia?
The pincode of Panijia is 757051.
What is the population of Panijia?
Panijia had a total population of 272, including 153 males and 119 females.
How many households are there in Panijia?
Panijia had 69 households.
What is the literacy rate in Panijia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Panijia was 50.00%. Male literacy was 57.89% and female literacy was 40.37%.