Panch Gara - Pandua, Hooghly
Panch Gara is a village situated in the Pandua subdivision of Hooghly district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 6.5 km from Pandua and around 33 km from Chinsura. Panchagara-toregram serves as the Gram Panchayat for Panch Gara village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Panch Gara is 324769. The village covers a total geographical area of 199.07718398 hectares and falls under the 712149 pincode. Chinsurah is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Panch Gara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Panch Gara
As per Census 2011, Panch Gara village has a total population of 1,919 people, consisting of 967 males and 952 females. The village has 453 households and a sex ratio of 984 females per 1,000 males. There are 187 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,338 literate and 581 illiterate residents. Additionally, 864 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Panch Gara are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,919 | 967 | 952 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 187 | 97 | 90 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 864 | 426 | 438 |
| Literate Population | 1,338 | 718 | 620 |
| Illiterate Population | 581 | 249 | 332 |
Nearby Villages of Panch Gara
Panch Gara 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Torgram | South-East | 1.33 km |
| Chau Bera | North-West | 1.65 km |
| Sandua | North-East | 1.69 km |
| Tinna | South | 2.23 km |
| Ballal Dighi | North-West | 2.38 km |
| Simlagar | South-West | 2.47 km |
| Magura | East | 2.60 km |
| Thaipara | South-East | 2.86 km |
| Ilampur | South | 2.92 km |
| Sargaria | North | 3.13 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Panch Gara
Panch Gara is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Simlagarh, while the nearest airport is Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 44.1 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 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Chinsurah to Panch Gara is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chinsura to Panch Gara is about 33 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 Gara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Panch Gara village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Panch Gara
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 Gara village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Panch Gara
Where is Panch Gara located?
Panch Gara village is located in Pandua Subdivision, Hooghly district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Panch Gara?
The Gram Panchayat of Panch Gara is Panchagara-toregram.
What is the pincode of Panch Gara?
The pincode of Panch Gara is 712149.
What is the population of Panch Gara?
Panch Gara has a total population of 1,919, including 967 males and 952 females.
How many households are there in Panch Gara?
There are 453 households in Panch Gara.
What is the literacy rate in Panch Gara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Panch Gara is 69.72%. Male literacy is 74.25% and female literacy is 65.13%.