Pana - Diamond Harbour - II, South 24 Parganas
Pana is a village situated in the Diamond Harbour - II subdivision of South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 9.2 km from Sarisha and around 44.3 km from Alipore. Bhadura Haridas serves as the Gram Panchayat for Pana village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pana is 334408. The village covers a total geographical area of 77.69 hectares and falls under the 743330 pincode. Diamond Harbour is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Pana village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Falta Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Diamond Harbour Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Pana
According to the 2011 Census, Pana village had a total population of 1,266 people, including 644 males and 622 females, living in 309 households. The sex ratio was 966 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.02%, with male literacy at 78.09% and female literacy at 75.91%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 527.
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 | 1,266 | 644 | 622 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 91 | 46 | 45 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 527 | 274 | 253 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 905 | 467 | 438 |
| Illiterate Population | 361 | 177 | 184 |
Nearby Villages of Pana
Pana 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 Pana
Pana is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Pana.
| 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 >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Diamond Harbour to Pana is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Alipore to Pana is about 44.3 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Pana
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pana village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Pana
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pana village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Pana
Where is Pana located?
Pana village is located in Diamond Harbour - II Subdivision, South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pana?
The Gram Panchayat of Pana is Bhadura Haridas.
What is the pincode of Pana?
The pincode of Pana is 743330.
What is the population of Pana?
Pana had a total population of 1,266, including 644 males and 622 females.
How many households are there in Pana?
Pana had 309 households.
What is the literacy rate in Pana?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pana was 77.02%. Male literacy was 78.09% and female literacy was 75.91%.