Panchahar
About Panchahar
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Panchahar village is 316101. Panchahar village is located in Murarai Ii subdivision of Birbhum district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 5.3km away from sub-district headquarter Paikar (tehsildar office) and 87.1km away from district headquarter Suri. As per 2009 stats, Jajigram is the gram panchayat of Panchahar village.
The total geographical area of village is 165.26 hectares. Panchahar has a total population of 1,578 peoples, out of which male population is 792 while female population is 786. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 992 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of panchahar village is 46.20% out of which 50.76% males and 41.60% females are literate. There are about 369 houses in panchahar village. Pincode of panchahar village locality is 731221.
When it comes to administration, Panchahar village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Panchahar village comes under Murarai Vidhan Sabha constituency & Birbhum Lok Sabha constituency. Jangipur is nearest town to panchahar village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
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Population of Panchahar
The population details of Panchahar cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,578 | 792 | 786 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 219 | 93 | 126 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 595 | 305 | 290 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 729 | 402 | 327 |
| Illiterate Population | 849 | 390 | 459 |
Connectivity of Panchahar
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Panchahar
Where is Panchahar located?
Panchahar village is situated in Murarai Ii Subdivision, within the Birbhum district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Panchahar?
The Gram Panchayat of Panchahar is Jajigram (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Panchahar?
The pincode of Panchahar is 731221, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Panchahar as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Panchahar is 1,578, with 792 males and 786 females.
How many households are there in Panchahar as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Panchahar village has a total of 369 households.
What is the literacy rate in Panchahar as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Panchahar is 46.20%. The male literacy rate is 50.76%, while the female literacy rate is 41.60%.