Panch Thupi - Burwan, Murshidabad
Panch Thupi is a village situated in the Burwan subdivision of Murshidabad district, West Bengal. Panchthupi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Panch Thupi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Panch Thupi is 315983. The village covers a total geographical area of 649.42 hectares and falls under the 742161 pincode.
Panch Thupi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Burwan Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Baharampur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Panch Thupi
According to the 2011 Census, Panch Thupi village had a total population of 7,956 people, including 4,092 males and 3,864 females, living in 1,815 households. The sex ratio was 944 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 64.99%, with male literacy at 69.32% and female literacy at 60.48%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 620, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 4.
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 | 7,956 | 4,092 | 3,864 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,117 | 601 | 516 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 620 | 326 | 294 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 1 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 4,445 | 2,420 | 2,025 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,511 | 1,672 | 1,839 |
Nearby Villages of Panch Thupi
Panch Thupi is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Pulia | South-West | 1.25 km |
| Harischandrapur | North-East | 1.87 km |
| Bil Panchthupi | South-East | 2.00 km |
| Muniadihi | North | 2.15 km |
| Chanchhoa | South | 2.18 km |
| Shibrambati | North-West | 2.20 km |
| Achhoan | North-West | 2.54 km |
| Bindarpur | North-East | 2.54 km |
| Sinhari | South-West | 2.80 km |
| Sardanga | North-East | 2.84 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Panch Thupi
Panch Thupi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Malihati Talibpur Road, while the nearest airport is Kazi Nazrul Islam Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 66.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
Banking and Postal Services in Panch Thupi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Panch Thupi 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Panch Thupi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Panch Thupi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Panch Thupi
Where is Panch Thupi located?
Panch Thupi village is located in Burwan Subdivision, Murshidabad district, West Bengal, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Panch Thupi?
The Gram Panchayat of Panch Thupi is Panchthupi.
What is the pincode of Panch Thupi?
The pincode of Panch Thupi is 742161.
What is the population of Panch Thupi?
Panch Thupi had a total population of 7,956, including 4,092 males and 3,864 females.
How many households are there in Panch Thupi?
Panch Thupi had 1,815 households.
What is the literacy rate in Panch Thupi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Panch Thupi was 64.99%. Male literacy was 69.32% and female literacy was 60.48%.