Panch Gechhia Part- I - Daspur - II, Paschim Medinipur
Panch Gechhia Part- I is a village situated in the Daspur - II subdivision of Paschim Medinipur district, West Bengal. Nishchintapur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Panch Gechhia Part- I village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Panch Gechhia Part- I is 337961. The village covers a total geographical area of 112.18 hectares and falls under the 721146 pincode. Ghatal is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Panch Gechhia Part- I village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Panch Gechhia Part- I
According to the 2011 Census, Panch Gechhia Part- I village had a total population of 1,483 people, including 743 males and 740 females, living in 297 households. The sex ratio was 996 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 88.06%, with male literacy at 94.49% and female literacy at 81.41%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 108.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,483 | 743 | 740 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 160 | 71 | 89 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 108 | 49 | 59 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,165 | 635 | 530 |
| Illiterate Population | 318 | 108 | 210 |
Nearby Villages of Panch Gechhia Part- I
Panch Gechhia Part- I 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Jayram Chak | South | 1.24 km |
| Kelegoda | North-West | 1.33 km |
| Jot Keshab | South-West | 1.75 km |
| Juakhali | North-West | 2.32 km |
| Palashpai | South-West | 2.39 km |
| Faridpur | North | 2.46 km |
| Guchhati | West | 2.51 km |
| Jajpur | North-West | 2.76 km |
| Jot Ghanashyam | South-East | 3.67 km |
| Chanipat | North | 4.14 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Panch Gechhia Part- I
Public transport in the Panch Gechhia Part- I is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Kolaghat Goods, while the nearest airport is Behala Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 40.1 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 | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ghatal to Panch Gechhia Part- I is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Panch Gechhia Part- I
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Panch Gechhia Part- I 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Panch Gechhia Part- I
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Panch Gechhia Part- I village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Panch Gechhia Part- I
Where is Panch Gechhia Part- I located?
Panch Gechhia Part- I village is located in Daspur - II Subdivision, Paschim Medinipur district, West Bengal, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Panch Gechhia Part- I?
The Gram Panchayat of Panch Gechhia Part- I is Nishchintapur.
What is the pincode of Panch Gechhia Part- I?
The pincode of Panch Gechhia Part- I is 721146.
What is the population of Panch Gechhia Part- I?
Panch Gechhia Part- I had a total population of 1,483, including 743 males and 740 females.
How many households are there in Panch Gechhia Part- I?
Panch Gechhia Part- I had 297 households.
What is the literacy rate in Panch Gechhia Part- I?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Panch Gechhia Part- I was 88.06%. Male literacy was 94.49% and female literacy was 81.41%.