Panchahar - Murarai - II, Birbhum
Panchahar is a village situated in the Murarai - II subdivision of Birbhum district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 5.3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Paikar and around 87.1 km from the district headquarters in Suri. Jajigram serves as the Gram Panchayat for Panchahar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Panchahar is 316101. The village covers a total geographical area of 165.26 hectares and falls under the 731221 pincode. Jangipur is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Panchahar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Murarai Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Birbhum Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Panchahar
As per Census 2011, Panchahar village has a total population of 1,578 people, consisting of 792 males and 786 females. The village has 369 households and a sex ratio of 992 females per 1,000 males. There are 219 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 729 literate and 849 illiterate residents. Additionally, 595 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Panchahar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,578 | 792 | 786 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 219 | 93 | 126 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 595 | 305 | 290 |
| Literate Population | 729 | 402 | 327 |
| Illiterate Population | 849 | 390 | 459 |
Nearby Villages of Panchahar
Panchahar is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Panchahar
Panchahar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Panchahar.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Jangipur to Panchahar is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Suri to Panchahar is about 87.1 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Panchahar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Panchahar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Panchahar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Panchahar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Panchahar
Where is Panchahar located?
Panchahar village is located in Murarai - II Subdivision, Birbhum district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Panchahar?
The Gram Panchayat of Panchahar is Jajigram.
What is the pincode of Panchahar?
The pincode of Panchahar is 731221.
What is the population of Panchahar?
Panchahar has a total population of 1,578, including 792 males and 786 females.
How many households are there in Panchahar?
There are 369 households in Panchahar.
What is the literacy rate in Panchahar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Panchahar is 46.20%. Male literacy is 50.76% and female literacy is 41.60%.