Panchberia - Jangipara, Hooghly
Panchberia is a village situated in the Jangipara subdivision of Hooghly district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 14.8 km from Jangipara and around 47.6 km from Chinsura. Mundalika serves as the Gram Panchayat for Panchberia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Panchberia is 325799. The village covers a total geographical area of 98.74 hectares and falls under the 712404 pincode. Borgachia is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Panchberia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Panchberia
According to the 2011 Census, Panchberia village had a total population of 1,985 people, including 1,022 males and 963 females, living in 342 households. The sex ratio was 942 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 89.95%, with male literacy at 92.80% and female literacy at 86.94%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 113.
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 | 1,985 | 1,022 | 963 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 254 | 133 | 121 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 113 | 58 | 55 |
| Literate Population | 1,557 | 825 | 732 |
| Illiterate Population | 428 | 197 | 231 |
Nearby Villages of Panchberia
Panchberia 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Seoraberia | East | 0.79 km |
| Kodalipoa | North-East | 1.34 km |
| Sonamaguri | North-East | 1.48 km |
| Telihati | West | 1.59 km |
| Lakshmanpur | East | 1.65 km |
| Sadipara | South | 1.99 km |
| Godaria | South | 2.48 km |
| Mandalika | North | 2.57 km |
| Anantarampur | East | 2.63 km |
| Baganda | North-West | 2.66 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Panchberia
Panchberia is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Baruipara, while the nearest airport is Behala Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 21.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Borgachia to Panchberia is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chinsura to Panchberia is about 47.6 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Panchberia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Panchberia 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 | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Panchberia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Panchberia village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Panchberia
Where is Panchberia located?
Panchberia village is located in Jangipara Subdivision, Hooghly district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Panchberia?
The Gram Panchayat of Panchberia is Mundalika.
What is the pincode of Panchberia?
The pincode of Panchberia is 712404.
What is the population of Panchberia?
Panchberia had a total population of 1,985, including 1,022 males and 963 females.
How many households are there in Panchberia?
Panchberia had 342 households.
What is the literacy rate in Panchberia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Panchberia was 89.95%. Male literacy was 92.80% and female literacy was 86.94%.