Panchpota - Santipur, Nadia
Panchpota is a village situated in the Santipur subdivision of Nadia district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 16.7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Phulia and around 15 km from the district headquarters in Krishnanagar. Arbandi-ii serves as the Gram Panchayat for Panchpota village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Panchpota is 321938. The village covers a total geographical area of 375.46 hectares and falls under the 741404 pincode. Santipur is the nearest town, located about 6 km away.
Panchpota 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 paschim Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ranaghat Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Panchpota
As per Census 2011, Panchpota village has a total population of 3,913 people, consisting of 1,981 males and 1,932 females. The village has 841 households and a sex ratio of 975 females per 1,000 males. There are 482 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,429 literate and 1,484 illiterate residents. Additionally, 417 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 455 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Panchpota are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,913 | 1,981 | 1,932 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 482 | 229 | 253 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 417 | 216 | 201 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 455 | 232 | 223 |
| Literate Population | 2,429 | 1,338 | 1,091 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,484 | 643 | 841 |
Nearby Villages of Panchpota
Panchpota 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bagdia | North-East | 1.26 km |
| Gobindapur | South | 1.72 km |
| Baliadanga | North | 1.72 km |
| Goalpara | North-West | 1.95 km |
| Chakchapra | North-East | 2.06 km |
| Arpara | South-East | 2.48 km |
| Kulia | West | 2.69 km |
| Bathangachhi | East | 2.78 km |
| Tiabali | North-West | 3.05 km |
| Ghol Gachhi | North | 3.12 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Panchpota
Panchpota is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Shantipur, while the nearest airport is Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 57.3 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 Santipur to Panchpota is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Krishnanagar to Panchpota is about 15 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 Panchpota
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Panchpota village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Panchpota
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Panchpota 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 Panchpota
Where is Panchpota located?
Panchpota village is located in Santipur Subdivision, Nadia district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Panchpota?
The Gram Panchayat of Panchpota is Arbandi-ii.
What is the pincode of Panchpota?
The pincode of Panchpota is 741404.
What is the population of Panchpota?
Panchpota has a total population of 3,913, including 1,981 males and 1,932 females.
How many households are there in Panchpota?
There are 841 households in Panchpota.
What is the literacy rate in Panchpota?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Panchpota is 62.08%. Male literacy is 67.54% and female literacy is 56.47%.