Panchanagar
Panchanagar is a village located in Kushmundi subdivision of Dakshin Dinajpur district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 17.5km away from sub-district headquarter Kushmundi (tehsildar office) and 85.5km away from district headquarter Balurghat. As per 2009 stats, Maligaon is the gram panchayat of Panchanagar village.
Panchanagar has its own place in the vibrant Dakshin Dinajpur region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Panchanagar
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Panchanagar is 310545. The village spans a total geographical area of 50.46 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 733124. Kaliyaganj is nearest town to Panchanagar village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
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Population of Panchanagar
Below is a concise population overview of Panchanagar as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 499 | 222 | 277 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 69 | 37 | 32 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 215 | 91 | 124 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 2 | N/A |
| Literate Population | 284 | 135 | 149 |
| Illiterate Population | 215 | 87 | 128 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Panchanagar village:
- The total population of Panchanagar village is around 499, including approximately 222 males and 277 females, with a sex ratio of 1247 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 69 children aged 0–6 years in Panchanagar village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Panchanagar village has 215 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 2 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Panchanagar village is about 56.91%, with male literacy at 60.81% and female literacy at 53.79%.
- There are around 104 households in Panchanagar village.
Connectivity of Panchanagar
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Panchanagar. As per the 2011 stats, Panchanagar had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| 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 |
Nearby Villages of Panchanagar
Knowing the nearby villages of Panchanagar helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Panchanagar.
Frequently Asked Questions about Panchanagar
- Where is Panchanagar located?
- Panchanagar village is situated in Kushmundi Subdivision, within the Dakshin Dinajpur district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Panchanagar?
- The Gram Panchayat of Panchanagar is Maligaon (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Panchanagar?
- The pincode of Panchanagar is 733124, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Panchanagar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Panchanagar is 499, with 222 males and 277 females.
- How many households are there in Panchanagar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Panchanagar village has a total of 104 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Panchanagar as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Panchanagar is 56.91%. The male literacy rate is 60.81%, while the female literacy rate is 53.79%.