Panch Deuli - Pandua, Hooghly
Panch Deuli is a village situated in the Pandua subdivision of Hooghly district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 14.1 km from Pandua and around 27.7 km from Chinsura. Shikhirachanpta serves as the Gram Panchayat for Panch Deuli village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Panch Deuli is 324891. The village covers a total geographical area of 53.67350418 hectares and falls under the 712146 pincode. Tribani is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Panch Deuli village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Panch Deuli
According to the 2011 Census, Panch Deuli village had a total population of 354 people, including 186 males and 168 females, living in 88 households. The sex ratio was 903 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.09%, with male literacy at 83.23% and female literacy at 62.50%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 239, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 19.
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 | 354 | 186 | 168 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 27 | 19 | 8 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 239 | 126 | 113 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 19 | 11 | 8 |
| Literate Population | 239 | 139 | 100 |
| Illiterate Population | 115 | 47 | 68 |
Nearby Villages of Panch Deuli
Panch Deuli 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kulgachhi | South | 0.98 km |
| Gazina Daspur | North-West | 1.27 km |
| Kamarpara | North-East | 1.42 km |
| Mahipalpur | East | 1.49 km |
| Bejpara | South | 1.76 km |
| Jangalpur | North-West | 1.81 km |
| Uttar Dashdarun | South | 1.81 km |
| Abira | South-West | 1.84 km |
| Chaklai | North | 1.98 km |
| Malancha | South-East | 2.28 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Panch Deuli
Panch Deuli is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Khanyan, while the nearest airport is Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 38.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Tribani to Panch Deuli is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chinsura to Panch Deuli is about 27.7 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Panch Deuli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Panch Deuli village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Panch Deuli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Panch Deuli village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Panch Deuli
Where is Panch Deuli located?
Panch Deuli village is located in Pandua Subdivision, Hooghly district, West Bengal, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Panch Deuli?
The Gram Panchayat of Panch Deuli is Shikhirachanpta.
What is the pincode of Panch Deuli?
The pincode of Panch Deuli is 712146.
What is the population of Panch Deuli?
Panch Deuli had a total population of 354, including 186 males and 168 females.
How many households are there in Panch Deuli?
Panch Deuli had 88 households.
What is the literacy rate in Panch Deuli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Panch Deuli was 73.09%. Male literacy was 83.23% and female literacy was 62.50%.