Panipia - Contai - I, Purba Medinipur
Panipia is a village situated in the Contai - I subdivision of Purba Medinipur district, West Bengal. Nayaput serves as the Gram Panchayat for Panipia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Panipia is 346210. The village covers a total geographical area of 40.47 hectares and falls under the 721402 pincode. Contai is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Panipia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Panipia
According to the 2011 Census, Panipia village had a total population of 666 people, including 333 males and 333 females, living in 168 households. The sex ratio was 1,000 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 88.53%, with male literacy at 93.43% and female literacy at 83.73%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 34.
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 | 666 | 333 | 333 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 82 | 44 | 38 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 34 | 15 | 19 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 517 | 270 | 247 |
| Illiterate Population | 149 | 63 | 86 |
Nearby Villages of Panipia
Panipia 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 Panipia
Panipia is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Panipia.
| 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 | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Contai to Panipia is about 5 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 Panipia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Panipia 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 Panipia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Panipia 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Panipia
Where is Panipia located?
Panipia village is located in Contai - I Subdivision, Purba Medinipur district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Panipia?
The Gram Panchayat of Panipia is Nayaput.
What is the pincode of Panipia?
The pincode of Panipia is 721402.
What is the population of Panipia?
Panipia had a total population of 666, including 333 males and 333 females.
How many households are there in Panipia?
Panipia had 168 households.
What is the literacy rate in Panipia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Panipia was 88.53%. Male literacy was 93.43% and female literacy was 83.73%.