Pania - Contai - I, Purba Medinipur
Pania is a village situated in the Contai - I subdivision of Purba Medinipur district, West Bengal. Raipur-paschimbarh serves as the Gram Panchayat for Pania village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pania is 346114. The village covers a total geographical area of 37.24 hectares and falls under the 721433 pincode. Contai is the nearest town, located about 6 km away.
Pania village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Pania
According to the 2011 Census, Pania village had a total population of 1,497 people, including 748 males and 749 females, living in 295 households. The sex ratio was 1,001 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 81.57%, with male literacy at 89.06% and female literacy at 74.15%.
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 | 1,497 | 748 | 749 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 211 | 108 | 103 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,049 | 570 | 479 |
| Illiterate Population | 448 | 178 | 270 |
Nearby Villages of Pania
Pania 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 Pania
Pania is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Pania.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Contai to Pania is about 6 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 Pania
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pania village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Pania
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pania 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 Pania
Where is Pania located?
Pania village is located in Contai - I Subdivision, Purba Medinipur district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pania?
The Gram Panchayat of Pania is Raipur-paschimbarh.
What is the pincode of Pania?
The pincode of Pania is 721433.
What is the population of Pania?
Pania had a total population of 1,497, including 748 males and 749 females.
How many households are there in Pania?
Pania had 295 households.
What is the literacy rate in Pania?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pania was 81.57%. Male literacy was 89.06% and female literacy was 74.15%.