Panchhata
Panchhata is a village located in Kushmundi subdivision of Dakshin Dinajpur district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 14.4km away from sub-district headquarter Kushmundi (tehsildar office) and 77km away from district headquarter Balurghat. As per 2009 stats, Maligaon is the gram panchayat of Panchhata village.
Here you can discover what makes Panchhata unique in its vibrant Kushmundi-Dakshin Dinajpur region. You’ll see Panchhata’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 Panchhata
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Panchhata is 310541. The village spans a total geographical area of 331.43 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 733121. Kaliyaganj is nearest town to Panchhata village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
Google Map of Panchhata
Population of Panchhata
According to the 2011 Census, Panchhata has a total population of about 2,023, with approximately 1,025 males and 998 females. The sex ratio is around 973 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 230 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 1,668 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 251. The overall literacy rate is approximately 49.28%, with male literacy at about 57.66% and female literacy near 40.68%. There are around 470 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Panchhata's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,023 | 1,025 | 998 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 230 | 116 | 114 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,668 | 847 | 821 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 251 | 127 | 124 |
| Literate Population | 997 | 591 | 406 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,026 | 434 | 592 |
Connectivity of Panchhata
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Panchhata. As per the 2011 stats, Panchhata 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 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Panchhata
Knowing the nearby villages of Panchhata helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Panchhata.
Frequently Asked Questions about Panchhata
- Where is Panchhata located?
- Panchhata village is situated in Kushmundi Subdivision, within the Dakshin Dinajpur district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Panchhata?
- The Gram Panchayat of Panchhata is Maligaon (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Panchhata?
- The pincode of Panchhata is 733121, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Panchhata as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Panchhata is 2,023, with 1,025 males and 998 females.
- How many households are there in Panchhata as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Panchhata village has a total of 470 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Panchhata as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Panchhata is 49.28%. The male literacy rate is 57.66%, while the female literacy rate is 40.68%.