Panch Gachhia
Panch Gachhia is a village located in Baruipur subdivision of South Twenty Four Parganas district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 9.4km away from sub-district headquarter Piyali (tehsildar office) and 35.3km away from district headquarter Alipore. As per 2009 stats, Mallikpur is the gram panchayat of Panch Gachhia village.
Here you can discover what makes Panch Gachhia unique in its vibrant Baruipur-South Twenty Four Parganas region. You’ll see Panch Gachhia’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Panch Gachhia
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Panch Gachhia is 333957. The village spans a total geographical area of 168.47 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 743391. Baruipur is nearest town to Panch Gachhia village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 14km away.
When it comes to local governance, Panch Gachhia village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Baruipur paschim Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Jadavpur Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Panch Gachhia
Population of Panch Gachhia
According to the 2011 Census, Panch Gachhia has a total population of about 4,710, with approximately 2,353 males and 2,357 females. The sex ratio is around 1001 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 577 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 2,037 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population includes 1 person. The overall literacy rate is approximately 67.64%, with male literacy at about 74.08% and female literacy near 61.22%. There are around 1,063 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Panch Gachhia's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,710 | 2,353 | 2,357 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 577 | 294 | 283 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2,037 | 1,016 | 1,021 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | N/A |
| Literate Population | 3,186 | 1,743 | 1,443 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,524 | 610 | 914 |
Connectivity of Panch Gachhia
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Panch Gachhia. As per the 2011 stats, Panch Gachhia had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within village |
Nearby Villages of Panch Gachhia
Knowing the nearby villages of Panch Gachhia helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Panch Gachhia.
Frequently Asked Questions about Panch Gachhia
- Where is Panch Gachhia located?
- Panch Gachhia village is situated in Baruipur Subdivision, within the South Twenty Four Parganas district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Panch Gachhia?
- The Gram Panchayat of Panch Gachhia is Mallikpur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Panch Gachhia?
- The pincode of Panch Gachhia is 743391, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Panch Gachhia as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Panch Gachhia is 4,710, with 2,353 males and 2,357 females.
- How many households are there in Panch Gachhia as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Panch Gachhia village has a total of 1,063 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Panch Gachhia as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Panch Gachhia is 67.64%. The male literacy rate is 74.08%, while the female literacy rate is 61.22%.