Panchet - Potashpur - II, Purba Medinipur
Panchet is a village situated in the Potashpur - II subdivision of Purba Medinipur district, West Bengal. Panchet village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Panchet is 345104. The village covers a total geographical area of 472.29 hectares and falls under the 721438 pincode.
Panchet village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Patashpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kanthi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Panchet
According to the 2011 Census, Panchet village had a total population of 4,106 people, including 2,120 males and 1,986 females, living in 914 households. The sex ratio was 937 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 82.42%, with male literacy at 88.81% and female literacy at 75.59%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 937, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 84.
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 | 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 |
Nearby Villages of Panchet
Panchet 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 Panchet
Panchet 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 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
Banking and Postal Services in Panchet
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Panchet village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Panchet
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Panchet village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Panchet
Where is Panchet located?
Panchet village is located in Potashpur - II Subdivision, Purba Medinipur district, West Bengal, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Panchet?
Panchet is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Panchet?
The pincode of Panchet is 721438.
What is the population of Panchet?
Panchet had a total population of 4,106, including 2,120 males and 1,986 females.
How many households are there in Panchet?
Panchet had 914 households.
What is the literacy rate in Panchet?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Panchet was 82.42%. Male literacy was 88.81% and female literacy was 75.59%.