Panuyan - Gopiballavpur - II, Jhargram
Panuyan is a village situated in the Gopiballavpur - II subdivision of Jhargram district, West Bengal. Petbindhi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Panuyan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Panuyan is 340499. The village covers a total geographical area of 98.34 hectares and falls under the 721517 pincode. Jhargram is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Panuyan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gopiballavpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jhargram Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Panuyan
According to the 2011 Census, Panuyan village had a total population of 545 people, including 272 males and 273 females, living in 135 households. The sex ratio was 1,004 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.64%, with male literacy at 82.98% and female literacy at 68.24%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 142.
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 | 545 | 272 | 273 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 77 | 37 | 40 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 142 | 71 | 71 |
| Literate Population | 354 | 195 | 159 |
| Illiterate Population | 191 | 77 | 114 |
Nearby Villages of Panuyan
Panuyan 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 Panuyan
Panuyan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Jhargram to Panuyan is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Panuyan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Panuyan 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 Panuyan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Panuyan 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Panuyan
Where is Panuyan located?
Panuyan village is located in Gopiballavpur - II Subdivision, Jhargram district, West Bengal, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Panuyan?
The Gram Panchayat of Panuyan is Petbindhi.
What is the pincode of Panuyan?
The pincode of Panuyan is 721517.
What is the population of Panuyan?
Panuyan had a total population of 545, including 272 males and 273 females.
How many households are there in Panuyan?
Panuyan had 135 households.
What is the literacy rate in Panuyan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Panuyan was 75.64%. Male literacy was 82.98% and female literacy was 68.24%.