Panpara - Bongaon, North 24 Parganas
Panpara is a village situated in the Bongaon subdivision of North 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 13.4 km from Bongaon and around 60.2 km from Barasat. Akaipur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Panpara village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Panpara is 322599. The village covers a total geographical area of 211.2 hectares and falls under the 743710 pincode. Bangaon is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Panpara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bangaon Uttar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bangaon Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Panpara
As per Census 2011, Panpara village has a total population of 2,087 people, consisting of 1,083 males and 1,004 females. The village has 466 households and a sex ratio of 927 females per 1,000 males. There are 182 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,566 literate and 521 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,742 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 7 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Panpara are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,087 | 1,083 | 1,004 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 182 | 107 | 75 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,742 | 900 | 842 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 7 | 3 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 1,566 | 876 | 690 |
| Illiterate Population | 521 | 207 | 314 |
Nearby Villages of Panpara
Panpara 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Byaspur | South-West | 1.12 km |
| Saishpur | North | 1.34 km |
| Balianpur | North-East | 1.63 km |
| Pashchim Huda | South-East | 1.79 km |
| Chamta | West | 1.91 km |
| Adityapur | North-West | 2.05 km |
| Monaharpur | South-East | 2.17 km |
| Kuchiamora | North | 2.24 km |
| Garibpur | West | 2.31 km |
| Majdob | East | 2.43 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Panpara
Panpara is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Bankim Nagar, while the nearest airport is Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 47.3 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 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bangaon to Panpara is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Barasat to Panpara is about 60.2 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Panpara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Panpara village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Panpara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Panpara village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Panpara
Where is Panpara located?
Panpara village is located in Bongaon Subdivision, North 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Panpara?
The Gram Panchayat of Panpara is Akaipur.
What is the pincode of Panpara?
The pincode of Panpara is 743710.
What is the population of Panpara?
Panpara has a total population of 2,087, including 1,083 males and 1,004 females.
How many households are there in Panpara?
There are 466 households in Panpara.
What is the literacy rate in Panpara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Panpara is 75.04%. Male literacy is 80.89% and female literacy is 68.73%.