Panchami
Panchami is a village located in Jhargram subdivision of Paschim Medinipur district in West Bengal, India. Midnapur and Jhargram are the district & sub-district headquarters of Panchami village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Sapdhara is the gram panchayat of Panchami village.
Here you can discover what makes Panchami unique in its vibrant Jhargram-Paschim Medinipur region. You’ll see Panchami’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Panchami
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Panchami is 339852. The village spans a total geographical area of 120.73 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 721507. Jhargram is nearest town to Panchami village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
As per 2019 stats, Panchami village comes under Jhargram assembly & parliamentary constituency.
Google Map of Panchami
Population of Panchami
According to the 2011 Census, Panchami has a total population of about 570, with approximately 291 males and 279 females. The sex ratio is around 958 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 66 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 152 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 253. The overall literacy rate is approximately 55.79%, with male literacy at about 66.32% and female literacy near 44.80%. There are around 139 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Panchami's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 570 | 291 | 279 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 66 | 28 | 38 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 152 | 81 | 71 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 253 | 120 | 133 |
| Literate Population | 318 | 193 | 125 |
| Illiterate Population | 252 | 98 | 154 |
Connectivity of Panchami
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Panchami. As per the 2011 stats, Panchami had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Panchami
Knowing the nearby villages of Panchami helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Panchami.
Frequently Asked Questions about Panchami
- Where is Panchami located?
- Panchami village is situated in Jhargram Subdivision, within the Paschim Medinipur district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Panchami?
- The Gram Panchayat of Panchami is Sapdhara (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Panchami?
- The pincode of Panchami is 721507, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Panchami as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Panchami is 570, with 291 males and 279 females.
- How many households are there in Panchami as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Panchami village has a total of 139 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Panchami as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Panchami is 55.79%. The male literacy rate is 66.32%, while the female literacy rate is 44.80%.