Panchana - Gop, Puri
Panchana is a village situated in the Gop tehsil of Puri district, Odisha. It is located approximately 17 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gop and around 58 km from the district headquarters in Puri. Boulanga serves as the Gram Panchayat for Panchana village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Panchana is 409485. The village covers a total geographical area of 93 hectares and falls under the 752107 pincode. Puri is the nearest town, located about 58 km away.
Panchana village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kakatpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jagatsinghpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Panchana
As per Census 2011, Panchana village has a total population of 553 people, consisting of 267 males and 286 females. The village has 132 households and a sex ratio of 1,071 females per 1,000 males. There are 68 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 384 literate and 169 illiterate residents. Additionally, 195 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Panchana are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 553 | 267 | 286 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 68 | 34 | 34 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 195 | 91 | 104 |
| Literate Population | 384 | 197 | 187 |
| Illiterate Population | 169 | 70 | 99 |
Nearby Villages of Panchana
Panchana 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Karamanga | South-West | 0.60 km |
| Korual | North | 0.92 km |
| Alana | West | 0.94 km |
| Tiruna | East | 1.19 km |
| Samakula | South-East | 1.19 km |
| Badamachhamara | South-West | 1.49 km |
| Otanga | South-West | 1.66 km |
| Baulanga | North | 1.87 km |
| Barimunda | North-West | 1.93 km |
| Banahara | North-East | 2.12 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Panchana
Panchana is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Sakhi Gopal, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 33.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Puri to Panchana is about 58 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Panchana
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Panchana 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Panchana
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Panchana village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Panchana
Where is Panchana located?
Panchana village is located in Gop Tehsil, Puri district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Panchana?
The Gram Panchayat of Panchana is Boulanga.
What is the pincode of Panchana?
The pincode of Panchana is 752107.
What is the population of Panchana?
Panchana has a total population of 553, including 267 males and 286 females.
How many households are there in Panchana?
There are 132 households in Panchana.
What is the literacy rate in Panchana?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Panchana is 69.44%. Male literacy is 73.78% and female literacy is 65.38%.