Pania - Potashpur - II, Purba Medinipur
Pania is a village situated in the Potashpur - II subdivision of Purba Medinipur district, West Bengal. Mathura serves as the Gram Panchayat for Pania village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pania is 345150. The village covers a total geographical area of 172.08 hectares and falls under the 721440 pincode. Egra is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Pania 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 Pania
According to the 2011 Census, Pania village had a total population of 879 people, including 461 males and 418 females, living in 215 households. The sex ratio was 907 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 89.89%, with male literacy at 96.15% and female literacy at 82.93%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 43.
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 | 879 | 461 | 418 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 88 | 45 | 43 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 43 | 21 | 22 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 711 | 400 | 311 |
| Illiterate Population | 168 | 61 | 107 |
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.
| 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 Egra to Pania is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 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 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Pania
Where is Pania located?
Pania village is located in Potashpur - II Subdivision, Purba Medinipur district, West Bengal, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Pania?
The Gram Panchayat of Pania is Mathura.
What is the pincode of Pania?
The pincode of Pania is 721440.
What is the population of Pania?
Pania had a total population of 879, including 461 males and 418 females.
How many households are there in Pania?
Pania had 215 households.
What is the literacy rate in Pania?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pania was 89.89%. Male literacy was 96.15% and female literacy was 82.93%.