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 Pradhan 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
According to the 2011 Census, Panshila village had a total population of 2,716 people, including 1,366 males and 1,350 females, living in 609 households. The sex ratio was 988 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 84.46%, with male literacy at 88.62% and female literacy at 80.14%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 9.
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 | 2,716 | 1,366 | 1,350 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 400 | 188 | 212 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 9 | 4 | 5 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 2,716, including 1,366 males and 1,350 females.
How many households are there in Panshila?
Panshila had 609 households.
What is the literacy rate in Panshila?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Panshila was 84.46%. Male literacy was 88.62% and female literacy was 80.14%.