Panchara - Kutra, Sundargarh
Panchara is a village situated in the Kutra tehsil of Sundargarh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kutra and around 59 km from the district headquarters in Sundargarh. Panchara village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Panchara is 384146. The village covers a total geographical area of 1638 hectares and falls under the 770018 pincode. Rajagangapur is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Panchara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rajgangpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sundargarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Panchara
As per Census 2011, Panchara village has a total population of 3,454 people, consisting of 1,751 males and 1,703 females. The village has 766 households and a sex ratio of 972 females per 1,000 males. There are 442 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,022 literate and 1,432 illiterate residents. Additionally, 195 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2,662 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Panchara are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,454 | 1,751 | 1,703 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 442 | 217 | 225 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 195 | 97 | 98 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2,662 | 1,345 | 1,317 |
| Literate Population | 2,022 | 1,137 | 885 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,432 | 614 | 818 |
Nearby Villages of Panchara
Panchara 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kalijapathar | East | 2.76 km |
| Katangjharia | West | 3.19 km |
| Jhirpani | East | 3.30 km |
| Bhogra | South | 3.62 km |
| Kusumdega | South-West | 3.76 km |
| Kiringsia | South-East | 4.10 km |
| Ghantchapal | East | 4.30 km |
| Koronga | South | 4.49 km |
| Timna | North-West | 4.95 km |
| Nuagaon | North-East | 5.83 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Panchara
Panchara is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Sogra, while the nearest airport is Jharsuguda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 41.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rajagangapur to Panchara is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Sundargarh to Panchara is about 59 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Panchara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Panchara village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Panchara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Panchara village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Panchara
Where is Panchara located?
Panchara village is located in Kutra Tehsil, Sundargarh district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Panchara?
Panchara is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Panchara?
The pincode of Panchara is 770018.
What is the population of Panchara?
Panchara has a total population of 3,454, including 1,751 males and 1,703 females.
How many households are there in Panchara?
There are 766 households in Panchara.
What is the literacy rate in Panchara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Panchara is 58.54%. Male literacy is 64.93% and female literacy is 51.97%.