Paninala - Potashpur - II, Purba Medinipur
Paninala is a village situated in the Potashpur - II subdivision of Purba Medinipur district, West Bengal. Argoal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Paninala village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Paninala is 345200. The village covers a total geographical area of 18.11 hectares and falls under the 721456 pincode. Egra is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Paninala 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 Paninala
According to the 2011 Census, Paninala village had a total population of 371 people, including 207 males and 164 females, living in 88 households. The sex ratio was 792 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 82.01%, with male literacy at 86.59% and female literacy at 76.51%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 125.
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 | 371 | 207 | 164 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 43 | 28 | 15 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 125 | 72 | 53 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 269 | 155 | 114 |
| Illiterate Population | 102 | 52 | 50 |
Nearby Villages of Paninala
Paninala 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 Paninala
Public transport in the Paninala is mainly available through shared van services.
| 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 Paninala is about 10 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 Paninala
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Paninala 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Paninala
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Paninala village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Paninala
Where is Paninala located?
Paninala village is located in Potashpur - II Subdivision, Purba Medinipur district, West Bengal, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Paninala?
The Gram Panchayat of Paninala is Argoal.
What is the pincode of Paninala?
The pincode of Paninala is 721456.
What is the population of Paninala?
Paninala had a total population of 371, including 207 males and 164 females.
How many households are there in Paninala?
Paninala had 88 households.
What is the literacy rate in Paninala?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Paninala was 82.01%. Male literacy was 86.59% and female literacy was 76.51%.