Panison - Salbani, Paschim Medinipur
Panison is a village situated in the Salbani subdivision of Paschim Medinipur district, West Bengal. Debgram serves as the Gram Panchayat for Panison village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Panison is 338670. The village covers a total geographical area of 464.97 hectares and falls under the 721147 pincode. Midnapur is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Panison village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Salboni Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jhargram Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Panison
According to the 2011 Census, Panison village had a total population of 614 people, including 315 males and 299 females, living in 120 households. The sex ratio was 949 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 78.34%, with male literacy at 87.04% and female literacy at 69.35%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 281.
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 | 614 | 315 | 299 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 83 | 45 | 38 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 281 | 128 | 153 |
| Literate Population | 416 | 235 | 181 |
| Illiterate Population | 198 | 80 | 118 |
Nearby Villages of Panison
Panison 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Jamdoba | South | 1.46 km |
| Memul | South-West | 1.52 km |
| Bhola | South-West | 1.53 km |
| Debagram | North-East | 1.72 km |
| Rupaipur | North-West | 1.79 km |
| Godamauli | South-East | 1.80 km |
| Rautara | East | 2.43 km |
| Babaibasa | West | 2.50 km |
| Rasunpur | South | 2.55 km |
| Jaykrishnapur | South-East | 2.88 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Panison
Panison is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Salboni, while the nearest airport is Sonari Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 83.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Midnapur to Panison is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Panison
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Panison village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Panison
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Panison 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 Panison
Where is Panison located?
Panison village is located in Salbani Subdivision, Paschim Medinipur district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Panison?
The Gram Panchayat of Panison is Debgram.
What is the pincode of Panison?
The pincode of Panison is 721147.
What is the population of Panison?
Panison had a total population of 614, including 315 males and 299 females.
How many households are there in Panison?
Panison had 120 households.
What is the literacy rate in Panison?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Panison was 78.34%. Male literacy was 87.04% and female literacy was 69.35%.