Panchkhela - Kaliganj, Nadia
Panchkhela is a village situated in the Kaliganj subdivision of Nadia district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 12.6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Debagram and around 52.5 km from the district headquarters in Krishnanagar. Mira-i serves as the Gram Panchayat for Panchkhela village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Panchkhela is 321299. The village covers a total geographical area of 165.92 hectares and falls under the 741156 pincode. Beldanga is the nearest town, located about 24 km away.
Panchkhela village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kaliganj Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Krishnanagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Panchkhela
As per Census 2011, Panchkhela village has a total population of 3,816 people, consisting of 1,956 males and 1,860 females. The village has 844 households and a sex ratio of 950 females per 1,000 males. There are 497 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,186 literate and 1,630 illiterate residents. Additionally, 17 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Panchkhela are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,816 | 1,956 | 1,860 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 497 | 248 | 249 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 17 | 7 | 10 |
| Literate Population | 2,186 | 1,140 | 1,046 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,630 | 816 | 814 |
Nearby Villages of Panchkhela
Panchkhela 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Uttar Hajrapota | North-West | 1.73 km |
| Bara Chandghar | East | 2.01 km |
| Mira (ct) | West | 2.04 km |
| Molamdi | North | 2.68 km |
| Gabindapur | South-West | 2.88 km |
| Sajua | North-West | 3.17 km |
| Bharatpur | South | 3.52 km |
| Chhota Chandghar | East | 3.67 km |
| Hat Gobindapur | South-East | 3.89 km |
| Bhurulia | South-West | 3.95 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Panchkhela
Panchkhela is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Plassey, while the nearest airport is Kazi Nazrul Islam Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 88.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Beldanga to Panchkhela is about 24 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Krishnanagar to Panchkhela is about 52.5 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 Panchkhela
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Panchkhela 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 | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Panchkhela
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Panchkhela village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Panchkhela
Where is Panchkhela located?
Panchkhela village is located in Kaliganj Subdivision, Nadia district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Panchkhela?
The Gram Panchayat of Panchkhela is Mira-i.
What is the pincode of Panchkhela?
The pincode of Panchkhela is 741156.
What is the population of Panchkhela?
Panchkhela has a total population of 3,816, including 1,956 males and 1,860 females.
How many households are there in Panchkhela?
There are 844 households in Panchkhela.
What is the literacy rate in Panchkhela?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Panchkhela is 57.29%. Male literacy is 58.28% and female literacy is 56.24%.