Panshila - Shyampur - I, Howrah
Panshila is a village situated in the Shyampur - I subdivision of Howrah district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 6.2 km from Shyampur and around 47.3 km from Howrah. Kamalpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Panshila village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Panshila is 333119. The village covers a total geographical area of 89.39 hectares and falls under the 711301 pincode. Uluberia is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Panshila village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Shyampur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Uluberia Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Panshila
As per Census 2011, Panshila village has a total population of 2,716 people, consisting of 1,366 males and 1,350 females. The village has 609 households and a sex ratio of 988 females per 1,000 males. There are 400 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,956 literate and 760 illiterate residents. Additionally, 9 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Panshila are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,716 | 1,366 | 1,350 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 400 | 188 | 212 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 9 | 4 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 1,956 | 1,044 | 912 |
| Illiterate Population | 760 | 322 | 438 |
Nearby Villages of Panshila
Panshila is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Panshila
Public transport in the Panshila is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Uluberia to Panshila is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Howrah to Panshila is about 47.3 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 Panshila
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Panshila 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 Panshila
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Panshila 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 Panshila
Where is Panshila located?
Panshila village is located in Shyampur - I Subdivision, Howrah district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Panshila?
The Gram Panchayat of Panshila is Kamalpur.
What is the pincode of Panshila?
The pincode of Panshila is 711301.
What is the population of Panshila?
Panshila has a total population of 2,716, including 1,366 males and 1,350 females.
How many households are there in Panshila?
There are 609 households in Panshila.
What is the literacy rate in Panshila?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Panshila is 72.02%. Male literacy is 76.43% and female literacy is 67.56%.