Panchrakhi
Panchrakhi is a village located in Polba Dadpur subdivision of Hugli district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 4.1km away from sub-district headquarter Polba (tehsildar office) and 6.9km away from district headquarter Chinsura. As per 2009 stats, Sugandha is the gram panchayat of Panchrakhi village.
Panchrakhi has its own place in the vibrant Hugli region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Panchrakhi
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Panchrakhi is 325162. The village spans a total geographical area of 110.79 hectares. Chinsurah is nearest town to Panchrakhi village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 5km away.
When it comes to local governance, Panchrakhi village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Chunchura Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Hooghly Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Panchrakhi
Population of Panchrakhi
Below is a concise population overview of Panchrakhi as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 780 | 408 | 372 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 51 | 23 | 28 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 164 | 87 | 77 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 129 | 67 | 62 |
| Literate Population | 675 | 355 | 320 |
| Illiterate Population | 105 | 53 | 52 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Panchrakhi village:
- The total population of Panchrakhi village is around 780, including approximately 408 males and 372 females, with a sex ratio of 911 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 51 children aged 0–6 years in Panchrakhi village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Panchrakhi village has 164 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 129 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Panchrakhi village is about 86.54%, with male literacy at 87.01% and female literacy at 86.02%.
- There are around 186 households in Panchrakhi village.
Connectivity of Panchrakhi
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Panchrakhi. As per the 2011 stats, Panchrakhi had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Panchrakhi
Knowing the nearby villages of Panchrakhi helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Panchrakhi.
Frequently Asked Questions about Panchrakhi
- Where is Panchrakhi located?
- Panchrakhi village is situated in Polba Dadpur Subdivision, within the Hugli district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Panchrakhi?
- The Gram Panchayat of Panchrakhi is Sugandha (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Panchrakhi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Panchrakhi is 780, with 408 males and 372 females.
- How many households are there in Panchrakhi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Panchrakhi village has a total of 186 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Panchrakhi as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Panchrakhi is 86.54%. The male literacy rate is 87.01%, while the female literacy rate is 86.02%.