Panchbaria - Ranaghat - II, Nadia
Panchbaria is a village situated in the Ranaghat - II subdivision of Nadia district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 15.6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Nokari and around 14.2 km from the district headquarters in Krishnanagar. Jugalkishore serves as the Gram Panchayat for Panchbaria village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Panchbaria is 322107. The village covers a total geographical area of 238.6 hectares and falls under the 741501 pincode. Ranaghat is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Panchbaria village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Ranaghat Uttar Purba Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ranaghat Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Panchbaria
As per Census 2011, Panchbaria village has a total population of 2,432 people, consisting of 1,233 males and 1,199 females. The village has 611 households and a sex ratio of 972 females per 1,000 males. There are 221 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,908 literate and 524 illiterate residents. Additionally, 271 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Panchbaria are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,432 | 1,233 | 1,199 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 221 | 105 | 116 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 271 | 139 | 132 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | - | 1 |
| Literate Population | 1,908 | 1,011 | 897 |
| Illiterate Population | 524 | 222 | 302 |
Nearby Villages of Panchbaria
Panchbaria 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 Panchbaria
Panchbaria is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. Panchbaria has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ranaghat to Panchbaria is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Krishnanagar to Panchbaria is about 14.2 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Panchbaria
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Panchbaria village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Panchbaria
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Panchbaria village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Panchbaria
Where is Panchbaria located?
Panchbaria village is located in Ranaghat - II Subdivision, Nadia district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Panchbaria?
The Gram Panchayat of Panchbaria is Jugalkishore.
What is the pincode of Panchbaria?
The pincode of Panchbaria is 741501.
What is the population of Panchbaria?
Panchbaria has a total population of 2,432, including 1,233 males and 1,199 females.
How many households are there in Panchbaria?
There are 611 households in Panchbaria.
What is the literacy rate in Panchbaria?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Panchbaria is 78.45%. Male literacy is 82.00% and female literacy is 74.81%.