Panshila - Barasat - I, North 24 Parganas
Panshila is a village situated in the Barasat - I subdivision of North 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 4.2 km from Chhota Jagulia and around 13.3 km from Barasat. Kotra serves as the Gram Panchayat for Panshila village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Panshila is 323201. The village covers a total geographical area of 221.36 hectares and falls under the 743294 pincode. Barasat is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Panshila village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Deganga Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Barasat Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Panshila
As per Census 2011, Panshila village has a total population of 2,656 people, consisting of 1,414 males and 1,242 females. The village has 589 households and a sex ratio of 878 females per 1,000 males. There are 300 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,916 literate and 740 illiterate residents. Additionally, 450 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 6 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Panshila are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,656 | 1,414 | 1,242 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 300 | 164 | 136 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 450 | 235 | 215 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 6 | 1 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 1,916 | 1,057 | 859 |
| Illiterate Population | 740 | 357 | 383 |
Nearby Villages of Panshila
Panshila 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bara Bisweswarpur | East | 1.09 km |
| Nimdaria | South-West | 1.25 km |
| Panchuria | North-West | 1.31 km |
| Muktarpur | South | 1.36 km |
| Naksa | West | 1.51 km |
| Kshudra Mandalganthi | North | 1.69 km |
| Nurnagar | South-East | 2.03 km |
| Gopalpur | North | 2.03 km |
| Mirzzapur | North-East | 2.20 km |
| Jafarpur | South-West | 2.22 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Panshila
Panshila is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Sondalia, while the nearest airport is Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 14.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Barasat to Panshila is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Barasat to Panshila is about 13.3 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 Panshila
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Panshila village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Panshila
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Panshila 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 Panshila
Where is Panshila located?
Panshila village is located in Barasat - I Subdivision, North 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Panshila?
The Gram Panchayat of Panshila is Kotra.
What is the pincode of Panshila?
The pincode of Panshila is 743294.
What is the population of Panshila?
Panshila has a total population of 2,656, including 1,414 males and 1,242 females.
How many households are there in Panshila?
There are 589 households in Panshila.
What is the literacy rate in Panshila?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Panshila is 72.14%. Male literacy is 74.75% and female literacy is 69.16%.