Panchsata - Diamond Harbour - II, South 24 Parganas
Panchsata is a village situated in the Diamond Harbour - II subdivision of South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 2.1 km from Sarisha and around 37.5 km from Alipore. Sarisa serves as the Gram Panchayat for Panchsata village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Panchsata is 334465. The village covers a total geographical area of 69.84 hectares and falls under the 743330 pincode. Diamond Harbour is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Panchsata village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan 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 Panchsata
According to the 2011 Census, Panchsata village had a total population of 1,894 people, including 953 males and 941 females, living in 383 households. The sex ratio was 987 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.94%, with male literacy at 80.53% and female literacy at 67.22%.
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 | 1,894 | 953 | 941 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 317 | 157 | 160 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,166 | 641 | 525 |
| Illiterate Population | 728 | 312 | 416 |
Nearby Villages of Panchsata
Panchsata 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 Panchsata
Panchsata is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Panchsata.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Panchsata is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Alipore to Panchsata is about 37.5 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Panchsata
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Panchsata village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Panchsata
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Panchsata 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Panchsata
Where is Panchsata located?
Panchsata village is located in Diamond Harbour - II Subdivision, South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Panchsata?
The Gram Panchayat of Panchsata is Sarisa.
What is the pincode of Panchsata?
The pincode of Panchsata is 743330.
What is the population of Panchsata?
Panchsata had a total population of 1,894, including 953 males and 941 females.
How many households are there in Panchsata?
Panchsata had 383 households.
What is the literacy rate in Panchsata?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Panchsata was 73.94%. Male literacy was 80.53% and female literacy was 67.22%.