Panch Gonutia - Mayureswar - II, Birbhum
Panch Gonutia is a village situated in the Mayureswar - II subdivision of Birbhum district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 17.4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kotasur and around 41.1 km from the district headquarters in Suri. Ulkunda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Panch Gonutia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Panch Gonutia is 316745. The village covers a total geographical area of 155.2 hectares and falls under the 731213 pincode. Sainthia is the nearest town, located about 11 km away.
Panch Gonutia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Panch Gonutia
According to the 2011 Census, Panch Gonutia village had a total population of 927 people, including 478 males and 449 females, living in 189 households. The sex ratio was 939 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 67.71%, with male literacy at 76.94% and female literacy at 57.96%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 528.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 927 | 478 | 449 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 100 | 53 | 47 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 528 | 269 | 259 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 560 | 327 | 233 |
| Illiterate Population | 367 | 151 | 216 |
Nearby Villages of Panch Gonutia
Panch Gonutia 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Jhalka | West | 0.76 km |
| Ghanashyampur | North | 1.51 km |
| Mahaduripa | North-West | 1.52 km |
| Sahora | East | 1.71 km |
| Ganutia | South-West | 1.75 km |
| Kalidaspur | North-East | 2.00 km |
| Majiara | North-East | 2.24 km |
| Duna | North-West | 2.27 km |
| Dakshin Maligram | North-West | 2.46 km |
| Shakpur | South | 2.47 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Panch Gonutia
Panch Gonutia is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Ahmadpur Jn, while the nearest airport is Kazi Nazrul Islam Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 54.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sainthia to Panch Gonutia is about 11 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Suri to Panch Gonutia is about 41.1 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Panch Gonutia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Panch Gonutia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Panch Gonutia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Panch Gonutia 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Panch Gonutia
Where is Panch Gonutia located?
Panch Gonutia village is located in Mayureswar - II Subdivision, Birbhum district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Panch Gonutia?
The Gram Panchayat of Panch Gonutia is Ulkunda.
What is the pincode of Panch Gonutia?
The pincode of Panch Gonutia is 731213.
What is the population of Panch Gonutia?
Panch Gonutia had a total population of 927, including 478 males and 449 females.
How many households are there in Panch Gonutia?
Panch Gonutia had 189 households.
What is the literacy rate in Panch Gonutia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Panch Gonutia was 67.71%. Male literacy was 76.94% and female literacy was 57.96%.