Panchet
Panchet is a village located in Potashpur Ii subdivision of Purba Medinipur district in West Bengal, India. Tamluk and Pratapdighi are the district & sub-district headquarters of Panchet village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Panchet village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Panchet unique in its vibrant Potashpur Ii-Purba Medinipur region. You’ll see Panchet’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Panchet
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Panchet is 345104. The village spans a total geographical area of 472.29 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 721438. Potashpur Ii is nearest town to Panchet village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Panchet
Population of Panchet
According to the 2011 Census, Panchet has a total population of about 4,106, with approximately 2,120 males and 1,986 females. The sex ratio is around 936 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 454 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 937 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 84. The overall literacy rate is approximately 73.31%, with male literacy at about 79.01% and female literacy near 67.22%. There are around 914 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Panchet's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,106 | 2,120 | 1,986 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 454 | 234 | 220 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 937 | 489 | 448 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 84 | 43 | 41 |
| Literate Population | 3,010 | 1,675 | 1,335 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,096 | 445 | 651 |
Connectivity of Panchet
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Panchet. As per the 2011 stats, Panchet had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Panchet
Knowing the nearby villages of Panchet helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Panchet.
Frequently Asked Questions about Panchet
- Where is Panchet located?
- Panchet village is situated in Potashpur Ii Subdivision, within the Purba Medinipur district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Panchet?
- Panchet serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Panchet?
- The pincode of Panchet is 721438, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Panchet as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Panchet is 4,106, with 2,120 males and 1,986 females.
- How many households are there in Panchet as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Panchet village has a total of 914 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Panchet as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Panchet is 73.31%. The male literacy rate is 79.01%, while the female literacy rate is 67.22%.