Panchra - Khoyrasol, Birbhum
Panchra is a village situated in the Khoyrasol subdivision of Birbhum district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 9.8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Khoyrasol and around 29.4 km from the district headquarters in Suri. Panchra village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Panchra is 318399. The village covers a total geographical area of 207.2 hectares and falls under the 731125 pincode. Dubrajpur is the nearest town, located about 9 km away.
Panchra village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Panchra
As per Census 2011, Panchra village has a total population of 3,412 people, consisting of 1,796 males and 1,616 females. The village has 799 households and a sex ratio of 899 females per 1,000 males. There are 299 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,491 literate and 921 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,093 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Panchra are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,412 | 1,796 | 1,616 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 299 | 173 | 126 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,093 | 557 | 536 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Literate Population | 2,491 | 1,431 | 1,060 |
| Illiterate Population | 921 | 365 | 556 |
Nearby Villages of Panchra
Panchra 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bibharpur | North-East | 0.95 km |
| Majura | South-East | 1.18 km |
| Simjuri | South-West | 1.23 km |
| Dherobazar | South | 1.31 km |
| Maheshpur | East | 1.72 km |
| Nanna | South-East | 1.74 km |
| Ranipathar | North-West | 1.76 km |
| Lohanagar | South | 2.01 km |
| Chak Derola | West | 2.04 km |
| Chak Dakai | West | 2.32 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Panchra
Panchra is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Panchra, while the nearest airport is Kazi Nazrul Islam Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 13.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dubrajpur to Panchra is about 9 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Suri to Panchra is about 29.4 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Panchra
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Panchra village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Panchra
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Panchra 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) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Panchra
Where is Panchra located?
Panchra village is located in Khoyrasol Subdivision, Birbhum district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Panchra?
Panchra is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Panchra?
The pincode of Panchra is 731125.
What is the population of Panchra?
Panchra has a total population of 3,412, including 1,796 males and 1,616 females.
How many households are there in Panchra?
There are 799 households in Panchra.
What is the literacy rate in Panchra?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Panchra is 73.01%. Male literacy is 79.68% and female literacy is 65.59%.