Panur - Sainthia, Birbhum
Panur is a village situated in the Sainthia subdivision of Birbhum district, West Bengal. Deriapur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Panur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Panur is 317233. The village covers a total geographical area of 72.6 hectares and falls under the 731234 pincode. Sainthia is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Panur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sainthia Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Birbhum Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Panur
According to the 2011 Census, Panur village had a total population of 734 people, including 367 males and 367 females, living in 203 households. The sex ratio was 1,000 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.92%, with male literacy at 81.42% and female literacy at 60.55%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 431.
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 | 734 | 367 | 367 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 84 | 44 | 40 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 431 | 208 | 223 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 461 | 263 | 198 |
| Illiterate Population | 273 | 104 | 169 |
Nearby Villages of Panur
Panur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Saoldihi | South | 0.65 km |
| Bideshini | South-East | 0.93 km |
| Bagdola | North-West | 0.96 km |
| Daikota | East | 0.99 km |
| Deriapur | West | 1.04 km |
| Raihat | South | 1.51 km |
| Bangram | North-West | 1.69 km |
| Salchapra | North | 1.73 km |
| Ranipur | West | 1.82 km |
| Laliapur | East | 1.85 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Panur
Panur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Sainthia, while the nearest airport is Kazi Nazrul Islam Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 45.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Sainthia to Panur is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Panur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Panur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Panur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Panur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Panur
Where is Panur located?
Panur village is located in Sainthia Subdivision, Birbhum district, West Bengal, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Panur?
The Gram Panchayat of Panur is Deriapur.
What is the pincode of Panur?
The pincode of Panur is 731234.
What is the population of Panur?
Panur had a total population of 734, including 367 males and 367 females.
How many households are there in Panur?
Panur had 203 households.
What is the literacy rate in Panur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Panur was 70.92%. Male literacy was 81.42% and female literacy was 60.55%.