Panikhawa
Panikhawa is a village located in Sitai subdivision of Koch Bihar district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 13.2km away from sub-district headquarter Sitai (tehsildar office) and 47.6km away from district headquarter Cooch Behar. As per 2009 stats, Chamta is the gram panchayat of Panikhawa village.
Here you can discover what makes Panikhawa unique in its vibrant Sitai-Koch Bihar region. You’ll see Panikhawa’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Panikhawa
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Panikhawa is 308748. The village spans a total geographical area of 316.24 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 736146. Dinhata is nearest town to Panikhawa village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
Google Map of Panikhawa
Population of Panikhawa
According to the 2011 Census, Panikhawa has a total population of about 2,218, with approximately 1,112 males and 1,106 females. The sex ratio is around 994 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 316 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 2,217 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 54.64%, with male literacy at about 62.41% and female literacy near 46.84%. There are around 533 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Panikhawa's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,218 | 1,112 | 1,106 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 316 | 158 | 158 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2,217 | 1,111 | 1,106 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,212 | 694 | 518 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,006 | 418 | 588 |
Connectivity of Panikhawa
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Panikhawa. As per the 2011 stats, Panikhawa 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 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Panikhawa
Knowing the nearby villages of Panikhawa helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Panikhawa.
Frequently Asked Questions about Panikhawa
- Where is Panikhawa located?
- Panikhawa village is situated in Sitai Subdivision, within the Koch Bihar district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Panikhawa?
- The Gram Panchayat of Panikhawa is Chamta (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Panikhawa?
- The pincode of Panikhawa is 736146, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Panikhawa as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Panikhawa is 2,218, with 1,112 males and 1,106 females.
- How many households are there in Panikhawa as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Panikhawa village has a total of 533 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Panikhawa as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Panikhawa is 54.64%. The male literacy rate is 62.41%, while the female literacy rate is 46.84%.