Panara - Para, Purulia
Panara is a village situated in the Para subdivision of Purulia district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 16.3 km from Para and around 53.3 km from Purulia. Nadihasurulia serves as the Gram Panchayat for Panara village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Panara is 330026. The village covers a total geographical area of 128.36 hectares and falls under the 723126 pincode. Purulia is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Panara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Panara
According to the 2011 Census, Panara village had a total population of 749 people, including 386 males and 363 females, living in 121 households. The sex ratio was 940 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 67.53%, with male literacy at 83.90% and female literacy at 49.49%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 171.
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 | 749 | 386 | 363 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 133 | 63 | 70 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 171 | 91 | 80 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 416 | 271 | 145 |
| Illiterate Population | 333 | 115 | 218 |
Nearby Villages of Panara
Panara is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Chitadi | South | 0.77 km |
| Charpatya | North | 1.60 km |
| Rautara | South-East | 1.80 km |
| Nadiha | East | 1.96 km |
| Ganahar | South | 2.91 km |
| Phulbahra | North-West | 3.07 km |
| Bhatdi | East | 3.10 km |
| Chalka | East | 3.11 km |
| Sarulya | South-East | 3.54 km |
| Kantabani | North-East | 3.57 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Panara
Panara is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Kushtaur, while the nearest airport is Bokaro Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 23.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Purulia to Panara is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Purulia to Panara is about 53.3 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Panara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Panara village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Panara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Panara 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Panara
Where is Panara located?
Panara village is located in Para Subdivision, Purulia district, West Bengal, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Panara?
The Gram Panchayat of Panara is Nadihasurulia.
What is the pincode of Panara?
The pincode of Panara is 723126.
What is the population of Panara?
Panara had a total population of 749, including 386 males and 363 females.
How many households are there in Panara?
Panara had 121 households.
What is the literacy rate in Panara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Panara was 67.53%. Male literacy was 83.90% and female literacy was 49.49%.