Penchalia - Khoyrasol, Birbhum
Penchalia is a village situated in the Khoyrasol subdivision of Birbhum district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 15.4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Khoyrasol and around 50.1 km from the district headquarters in Suri. Babuijore serves as the Gram Panchayat for Penchalia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Penchalia is 318424. The village covers a total geographical area of 243.61 hectares and falls under the 731125 pincode. Dubrajpur is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Penchalia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Penchalia
As per Census 2011, Penchalia village has a total population of 1,327 people, consisting of 684 males and 643 females. The village has 320 households and a sex ratio of 940 females per 1,000 males. There are 178 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 766 literate and 561 illiterate residents. Additionally, 197 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Penchalia are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,327 | 684 | 643 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 178 | 92 | 86 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 197 | 101 | 96 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 2 | - |
| Literate Population | 766 | 478 | 288 |
| Illiterate Population | 561 | 206 | 355 |
Nearby Villages of Penchalia
Penchalia 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kharna Chak | South-West | 1.02 km |
| Andarsola | West | 1.06 km |
| Manjuria | East | 1.31 km |
| Piarsola | South | 1.71 km |
| Beldanga | West | 1.94 km |
| Kanakpur | South-East | 1.94 km |
| Bansayer | North | 2.01 km |
| Mahuribasa | North-East | 2.07 km |
| Jambad | South | 2.16 km |
| Bahadurdi | West | 2.39 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Penchalia
Penchalia is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Bhimgara, while the nearest airport is Kazi Nazrul Islam Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 20.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Dubrajpur to Penchalia is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Suri to Penchalia is about 50.1 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Penchalia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Penchalia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Penchalia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Penchalia village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Penchalia
Where is Penchalia located?
Penchalia village is located in Khoyrasol Subdivision, Birbhum district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Penchalia?
The Gram Panchayat of Penchalia is Babuijore.
What is the pincode of Penchalia?
The pincode of Penchalia is 731125.
What is the population of Penchalia?
Penchalia has a total population of 1,327, including 684 males and 643 females.
How many households are there in Penchalia?
There are 320 households in Penchalia.
What is the literacy rate in Penchalia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Penchalia is 57.72%. Male literacy is 69.88% and female literacy is 44.79%.