Panchpota - Gaighata, North 24 Parganas
Panchpota is a village situated in the Gaighata subdivision of North 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 18.1 km from Gaighata and around 47 km from Barasat. Sutia serves as the Gram Panchayat for Panchpota village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Panchpota is 322766. The village covers a total geographical area of 349.69 hectares and falls under the 743273 pincode. Gobardanga is the nearest town, located about 12 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 Gaighata Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bangaon Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Panchpota
As per Census 2011, Panchpota village has a total population of 8,312 people, consisting of 4,266 males and 4,046 females. The village has 2,027 households and a sex ratio of 948 females per 1,000 males. There are 682 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 5,970 literate and 2,342 illiterate residents. Additionally, 3,851 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 78 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Panchpota are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 8,312 | 4,266 | 4,046 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 682 | 353 | 329 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 3,851 | 1,979 | 1,872 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 78 | 38 | 40 |
| Literate Population | 5,970 | 3,250 | 2,720 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,342 | 1,016 | 1,326 |
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Shashadanga | North-East | 1.54 km |
| Ramnagar | South-East | 1.79 km |
| Bharadanga | South-West | 1.81 km |
| Barasat | West | 2.48 km |
| Kahankia | North | 2.51 km |
| Mahishakati | North-West | 2.59 km |
| Tentulbaria | East | 2.69 km |
| Keotali | South | 2.90 km |
| Chakjhaudanga | North-East | 2.91 km |
| Maminpur | South | 3.08 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 Bhyabla Halt, while the nearest airport is Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 41.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Gobardanga to Panchpota is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Barasat to Panchpota is about 47 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. 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 | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
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 Gaighata Subdivision, North 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Panchpota?
The Gram Panchayat of Panchpota is Sutia.
What is the pincode of Panchpota?
The pincode of Panchpota is 743273.
What is the population of Panchpota?
Panchpota has a total population of 8,312, including 4,266 males and 4,046 females.
How many households are there in Panchpota?
There are 2,027 households in Panchpota.
What is the literacy rate in Panchpota?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Panchpota is 71.82%. Male literacy is 76.18% and female literacy is 67.23%.