Panasganja - Keshiary, Paschim Medinipur
Panasganja is a village situated in the Keshiary subdivision of Paschim Medinipur district, West Bengal. Nachipur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Panasganja village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Panasganja is 343589. The village covers a total geographical area of 54.63 hectares and falls under the 721133 pincode. Kharagpur is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Panasganja village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Panasganja
As per Census 2011, Panasganja village has a total population of 548 people, consisting of 264 males and 284 females. The village has 146 households and a sex ratio of 1,075 females per 1,000 males. There are 75 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 386 literate and 162 illiterate residents. Additionally, 431 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Panasganja are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 548 | 264 | 284 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 75 | 39 | 36 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 431 | 200 | 231 |
| Literate Population | 386 | 204 | 182 |
| Illiterate Population | 162 | 60 | 102 |
Nearby Villages of Panasganja
Panasganja is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Panasganja
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Panasganja.
| 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 Kharagpur to Panasganja is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Panasganja
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Panasganja village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Panasganja
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Panasganja 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Panasganja
Where is Panasganja located?
Panasganja village is located in Keshiary Subdivision, Paschim Medinipur district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Panasganja?
The Gram Panchayat of Panasganja is Nachipur.
What is the pincode of Panasganja?
The pincode of Panasganja is 721133.
What is the population of Panasganja?
Panasganja has a total population of 548, including 264 males and 284 females.
How many households are there in Panasganja?
There are 146 households in Panasganja.
What is the literacy rate in Panasganja?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Panasganja is 70.44%. Male literacy is 77.27% and female literacy is 64.08%.