Panchphut - Maneswar, Sambalpur
Panchphut is a village situated in the Maneswar tehsil of Sambalpur district, Odisha. It is located approximately 16 km from Dhama and around 32 km from Sambalpur. Huma serves as the Gram Panchayat for Panchphut village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Panchphut is 382237. The village covers a total geographical area of 213 hectares and falls under the 768113 pincode. Sambalpur is the nearest town, located about 32 km away.
Panchphut village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rairakhol Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sambalpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Panchphut
As per Census 2011, Panchphut village has a total population of 623 people, consisting of 307 males and 316 females. The village has 157 households and a sex ratio of 1,029 females per 1,000 males. There are 66 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 449 literate and 174 illiterate residents. Additionally, 135 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 86 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Panchphut are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 623 | 307 | 316 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 66 | 30 | 36 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 135 | 68 | 67 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 86 | 43 | 43 |
| Literate Population | 449 | 244 | 205 |
| Illiterate Population | 174 | 63 | 111 |
Nearby Villages of Panchphut
Panchphut 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Pudapara | North | 1.11 km |
| Karanjola | West | 1.50 km |
| Kanbar | South-West | 1.60 km |
| Amkuni | South-East | 1.86 km |
| Dashpur | North-West | 1.91 km |
| Tangarpali | East | 2.05 km |
| Tentelkurla | North | 2.46 km |
| Subanpur | South | 2.81 km |
| Dakara | South-East | 3.00 km |
| Balpur | South-West | 3.02 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Panchphut
Panchphut is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Maneswar, while the nearest airport is Hirakud Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 25.9 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 | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sambalpur to Panchphut is about 32 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Panchphut
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Panchphut village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Panchphut
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Panchphut village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Panchphut
Where is Panchphut located?
Panchphut village is located in Maneswar Tehsil, Sambalpur district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Panchphut?
The Gram Panchayat of Panchphut is Huma.
What is the pincode of Panchphut?
The pincode of Panchphut is 768113.
What is the population of Panchphut?
Panchphut has a total population of 623, including 307 males and 316 females.
How many households are there in Panchphut?
There are 157 households in Panchphut.
What is the literacy rate in Panchphut?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Panchphut is 72.07%. Male literacy is 79.48% and female literacy is 64.87%.