Panpur - Haringhata, Nadia
Panpur is a village situated in the Haringhata subdivision of Nadia district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 12.1 km from the tehsil headquarters in Subarnapur and around 53 km from the district headquarters in Krishnanagar. Mollabelia serves as the Gram Panchayat for Panpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Panpur is 322346. The village covers a total geographical area of 191.83 hectares and falls under the 741249 pincode. Kalyani is the nearest town, located about 21 km away.
Panpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Panpur
As per Census 2011, Panpur village has a total population of 2,416 people, consisting of 1,246 males and 1,170 females. The village has 541 households and a sex ratio of 939 females per 1,000 males. There are 222 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,713 literate and 703 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,584 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 41 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Panpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,416 | 1,246 | 1,170 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 222 | 117 | 105 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,584 | 827 | 757 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 41 | 21 | 20 |
| Literate Population | 1,713 | 933 | 780 |
| Illiterate Population | 703 | 313 | 390 |
Nearby Villages of Panpur
Panpur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Hazrabelia | South-West | 1.23 km |
| Paschim Satbaria | North | 1.25 km |
| Uttar Datta Para | South-East | 1.51 km |
| Uttar Rajapur | South-West | 2.22 km |
| Chak Mirjapur | North-East | 2.23 km |
| Bijra | North-West | 2.30 km |
| Jalkar Magra | North-West | 2.39 km |
| Nischintapur | South | 2.44 km |
| Kadamgachhi | North-East | 2.45 km |
| Ramkrishnapur | North | 2.48 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Panpur
Panpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Simurali, while the nearest airport is Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 32.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kalyani to Panpur is about 21 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Krishnanagar to Panpur is about 53 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Panpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Panpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Panpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Panpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Panpur
Where is Panpur located?
Panpur village is located in Haringhata Subdivision, Nadia district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Panpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Panpur is Mollabelia.
What is the pincode of Panpur?
The pincode of Panpur is 741249.
What is the population of Panpur?
Panpur has a total population of 2,416, including 1,246 males and 1,170 females.
How many households are there in Panpur?
There are 541 households in Panpur.
What is the literacy rate in Panpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Panpur is 70.90%. Male literacy is 74.88% and female literacy is 66.67%.