Panchana
Panchana is a village located in Gop tehsil of Puri district in Odisha, India. It is situated 17km away from sub-district headquarter Gop (tehsildar office) and 58km away from district headquarter Puri. As per 2009 stats, Boulanga is the gram panchayat of Panchana village.
Here you can discover what makes Panchana unique in its vibrant Gop-Puri region. You’ll see Panchana’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Panchana
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Panchana is 409485. The village spans a total geographical area of 93 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 752107. Puri is nearest town to Panchana village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 58km away.
When it comes to local governance, Panchana village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Kakatpur Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Jagatsinghpur Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Panchana
Population of Panchana
According to the 2011 Census, Panchana has a total population of about 553, with approximately 267 males and 286 females. The sex ratio is around 1071 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 68 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 195 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 69.44%, with male literacy at about 73.78% and female literacy near 65.38%. There are around 132 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Panchana's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 553 | 267 | 286 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 68 | 34 | 34 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 195 | 91 | 104 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 384 | 197 | 187 |
| Illiterate Population | 169 | 70 | 99 |
Connectivity of Panchana
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Panchana. As per the 2011 stats, Panchana had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Panchana
Knowing the nearby villages of Panchana helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Panchana.
Frequently Asked Questions about Panchana
- Where is Panchana located?
- Panchana village is situated in Gop Tehsil, within the Puri district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Panchana?
- The Gram Panchayat of Panchana is Boulanga (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Panchana?
- The pincode of Panchana is 752107, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Panchana as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Panchana is 553, with 267 males and 286 females.
- How many households are there in Panchana as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Panchana village has a total of 132 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Panchana as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Panchana is 69.44%. The male literacy rate is 73.78%, while the female literacy rate is 65.38%.