Panpur Village - Murarai - I, Birbhum
Panpur is a village situated in the Murarai - I subdivision of Birbhum district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 18.5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Murarai and around 75.5 km from the district headquarters in Suri. Chatra serves as the Gram Panchayat for Panpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Panpur is 316065. The village covers a total geographical area of 63.45 hectares and falls under the 731219 pincode. Rampurhat is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Panpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Panpur
As per Census 2011, Panpur village has a total population of 514 people, consisting of 263 males and 251 females. The village has 107 households and a sex ratio of 954 females per 1,000 males. There are 66 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 284 literate and 230 illiterate residents. Additionally, 121 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Panpur are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 514 | 263 | 251 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 66 | 33 | 33 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 121 | 57 | 64 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Literate Population | 284 | 148 | 136 |
| Illiterate Population | 230 | 115 | 115 |
Nearby Villages of Panpur
Panpur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sitachar | East | 0.66 km |
| Na-ani Gangadda | South-West | 0.80 km |
| Chandipur | North-West | 1.02 km |
| Barkuro | North | 1.12 km |
| Gangadah | South-West | 1.59 km |
| Bhushna | North-East | 1.70 km |
| Khanpur | East | 1.71 km |
| Birahimpur | South | 1.84 km |
| Radepur | West | 2.52 km |
| Dhananjaypur | North-East | 2.69 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Panpur
Public transport in the Panpur is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Chatra, while the nearest airport is Malda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 63.2 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 | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rampurhat to Panpur is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Suri to Panpur is about 75.5 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Panpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Panpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Panpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Panpur 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 Panpur
Where is Panpur located?
Panpur village is located in Murarai - I Subdivision, Birbhum district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Panpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Panpur is Chatra.
What is the pincode of Panpur?
The pincode of Panpur is 731219.
What is the population of Panpur?
Panpur has a total population of 514, including 263 males and 251 females.
How many households are there in Panpur?
There are 107 households in Panpur.
What is the literacy rate in Panpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Panpur is 55.25%. Male literacy is 56.27% and female literacy is 54.18%.