Panch Gansingber - Diamond Harbour - I, South 24 Parganas
Panch Gansingber is a village situated in the Diamond Harbour - I subdivision of South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 8.8 km from Diamond Harbour and around 40.7 km from Alipore. Basuldanga serves as the Gram Panchayat for Panch Gansingber village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Panch Gansingber is 334358. The village covers a total geographical area of 291.32 hectares and falls under the 743331 pincode. Diamond Harbour is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Panch Gansingber village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Diamond harbour Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Diamond Harbour Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Panch Gansingber
As per Census 2011, Panch Gansingber village has a total population of 9,312 people, consisting of 4,749 males and 4,563 females. The village has 1,838 households and a sex ratio of 960 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,541 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 5,484 literate and 3,828 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,481 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Panch Gansingber are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 9,312 | 4,749 | 4,563 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,541 | 785 | 756 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,481 | 765 | 716 |
| Literate Population | 5,484 | 2,947 | 2,537 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,828 | 1,802 | 2,026 |
Nearby Villages of Panch Gansingber
Panch Gansingber 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Chanda | South | 1.26 km |
| Gatura | North | 1.36 km |
| Dakshin Diarak | North-East | 1.58 km |
| Naogan Sitagachhi | South-East | 1.61 km |
| Purba Durgapur | East | 1.66 km |
| Agneshwar | North-West | 1.68 km |
| Bazarbaria Krishnarampur | South-East | 2.02 km |
| Uttar Diarak | North-East | 2.14 km |
| Basuldanga | South | 2.26 km |
| Bendal | North-West | 2.44 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Panch Gansingber
Public transport in the Panch Gansingber is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Netra, while the nearest airport is Behala Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 25.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Diamond Harbour to Panch Gansingber is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Alipore to Panch Gansingber is about 40.7 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Panch Gansingber
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Panch Gansingber village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Panch Gansingber
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Panch Gansingber village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Panch Gansingber
Where is Panch Gansingber located?
Panch Gansingber village is located in Diamond Harbour - I Subdivision, South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Panch Gansingber?
The Gram Panchayat of Panch Gansingber is Basuldanga.
What is the pincode of Panch Gansingber?
The pincode of Panch Gansingber is 743331.
What is the population of Panch Gansingber?
Panch Gansingber has a total population of 9,312, including 4,749 males and 4,563 females.
How many households are there in Panch Gansingber?
There are 1,838 households in Panch Gansingber.
What is the literacy rate in Panch Gansingber?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Panch Gansingber is 58.89%. Male literacy is 62.06% and female literacy is 55.60%.