Panchgachhi - Tarakeswar, Hooghly
Panchgachhi is a village situated in the Tarakeswar subdivision of Hooghly district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 12.6 km from Tarakeswar and around 49.1 km from Chinsura. Naitamalpaharpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Panchgachhi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Panchgachhi is 324530. The village covers a total geographical area of 76.17 hectares and falls under the 712403 pincode. Tarakeswar is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Panchgachhi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Tarakeswar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Arambag Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Panchgachhi
As per Census 2011, Panchgachhi village has a total population of 1,174 people, consisting of 575 males and 599 females. The village has 270 households and a sex ratio of 1,041 females per 1,000 males. There are 127 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 729 literate and 445 illiterate residents. Additionally, 561 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 125 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Panchgachhi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,174 | 575 | 599 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 127 | 56 | 71 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 561 | 268 | 293 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 125 | 62 | 63 |
| Literate Population | 729 | 406 | 323 |
| Illiterate Population | 445 | 169 | 276 |
Nearby Villages of Panchgachhi
Panchgachhi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Ramchandrapur | North-East | 0.55 km |
| Rajhati | South-East | 0.77 km |
| Malpaharpur | North | 1.08 km |
| Mukundapur | West | 1.09 km |
| Mirpur | South | 1.22 km |
| Kuliara | South-West | 1.31 km |
| Maheshwarpur | East | 1.57 km |
| Bilara | South-East | 1.71 km |
| Timna | North | 1.81 km |
| Gopalpur | South | 1.90 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Panchgachhi
Panchgachhi is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Bahir Khanda, while the nearest airport is Behala Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 34.5 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 Tarakeswar to Panchgachhi is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chinsura to Panchgachhi is about 49.1 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 Panchgachhi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Panchgachhi 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Panchgachhi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Panchgachhi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Panchgachhi
Where is Panchgachhi located?
Panchgachhi village is located in Tarakeswar Subdivision, Hooghly district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Panchgachhi?
The Gram Panchayat of Panchgachhi is Naitamalpaharpur.
What is the pincode of Panchgachhi?
The pincode of Panchgachhi is 712403.
What is the population of Panchgachhi?
Panchgachhi has a total population of 1,174, including 575 males and 599 females.
How many households are there in Panchgachhi?
There are 270 households in Panchgachhi.
What is the literacy rate in Panchgachhi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Panchgachhi is 62.10%. Male literacy is 70.61% and female literacy is 53.92%.