Panch Bajari - Bhagawanpur - II, Purba Medinipur
Panch Bajari is a village situated in the Bhagawanpur - II subdivision of Purba Medinipur district, West Bengal. Itaberia serves as the Gram Panchayat for Panch Bajari village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Panch Bajari is 345229. The village covers a total geographical area of 69.61 hectares and falls under the 721434 pincode. Contai is the nearest town, located about 42 km away.
Panch Bajari village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bhagabanpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kanthi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Panch Bajari
According to the 2011 Census, Panch Bajari village had a total population of 1,206 people, including 604 males and 602 females, living in 266 households. The sex ratio was 997 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 92.44%, with male literacy at 96.32% and female literacy at 88.54%.
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 | 1,206 | 604 | 602 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 122 | 61 | 61 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,002 | 523 | 479 |
| Illiterate Population | 204 | 81 | 123 |
Nearby Villages of Panch Bajari
Panch Bajari 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 Panch Bajari
Panch Bajari is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Contai to Panch Bajari is about 42 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Panch Bajari
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Panch Bajari village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Panch Bajari
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 Bajari 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Panch Bajari
Where is Panch Bajari located?
Panch Bajari village is located in Bhagawanpur - II Subdivision, Purba Medinipur district, West Bengal, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Panch Bajari?
The Gram Panchayat of Panch Bajari is Itaberia.
What is the pincode of Panch Bajari?
The pincode of Panch Bajari is 721434.
What is the population of Panch Bajari?
Panch Bajari had a total population of 1,206, including 604 males and 602 females.
How many households are there in Panch Bajari?
Panch Bajari had 266 households.
What is the literacy rate in Panch Bajari?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Panch Bajari was 92.44%. Male literacy was 96.32% and female literacy was 88.54%.