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.
Here you can discover what makes Panchanagar unique in its vibrant Kushmundi-Dakshin Dinajpur region. You’ll see Panchanagar’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
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.
Google Map of Panchanagar
Population of Panchanagar
According to the 2011 Census, Panchanagar has a total population of about 499, with approximately 222 males and 277 females. The sex ratio is around 1247 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 69 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 215 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 2. The overall literacy rate is approximately 56.91%, with male literacy at about 60.81% and female literacy near 53.79%. There are around 104 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Panchanagar's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| 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 |
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%.