Panigram - Mathabhanga - I, Cooch Behar
Panigram is a village situated in the Mathabhanga - I subdivision of Cooch Behar district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 22.7 km from Mathabhanga and around 56.8 km from Cooch Behar. Nayarhat serves as the Gram Panchayat for Panigram village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Panigram is 307902. The village covers a total geographical area of 1059.56 hectares and falls under the 736157 pincode. Mathabhanga is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Panigram village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sitalkuchi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Coochbehar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Panigram
As per Census 2011, Panigram village has a total population of 8,522 people, consisting of 4,410 males and 4,112 females. The village has 1,909 households and a sex ratio of 932 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,315 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 4,785 literate and 3,737 illiterate residents. Additionally, 6,257 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 13 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Panigram are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 8,522 | 4,410 | 4,112 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,315 | 643 | 672 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 6,257 | 3,234 | 3,023 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 13 | 7 | 6 |
| Literate Population | 4,785 | 2,816 | 1,969 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,737 | 1,594 | 2,143 |
Nearby Villages of Panigram
Panigram 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bamunia Purba | West | 1.88 km |
| Andaran Pakhihaga | East | 1.99 km |
| Kher Bhander | North | 2.26 km |
| Nityanandi | North-East | 2.33 km |
| Debottar Panigram | South-West | 2.60 km |
| Pakhihaga | South-East | 2.76 km |
| Chhota Kesharibari | North-West | 3.28 km |
| Purbba Giladanga | North | 3.33 km |
| Simulguri | South-West | 3.35 km |
| Indrerkuthi | North-East | 3.40 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Panigram
Panigram is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Gumani Hat, while the nearest airport is Cooch Behar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 28.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Mathabhanga to Panigram is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Cooch Behar to Panigram is about 56.8 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Panigram
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Panigram village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Panigram
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Panigram village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Panigram
Where is Panigram located?
Panigram village is located in Mathabhanga - I Subdivision, Cooch Behar district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Panigram?
The Gram Panchayat of Panigram is Nayarhat.
What is the pincode of Panigram?
The pincode of Panigram is 736157.
What is the population of Panigram?
Panigram has a total population of 8,522, including 4,410 males and 4,112 females.
How many households are there in Panigram?
There are 1,909 households in Panigram.
What is the literacy rate in Panigram?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Panigram is 56.15%. Male literacy is 63.85% and female literacy is 47.88%.