Panchghora
Panchghora is a village located in Jaynagar I subdivision of South Twenty Four Parganas district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 12.4km away from sub-district headquarter Baru (tehsildar office) and 30.3km away from district headquarter Alipore. As per 2009 stats, Harinarayanpur is the gram panchayat of Panchghora village.
Here you can discover what makes Panchghora unique in its vibrant Jaynagar I-South Twenty Four Parganas region. You’ll see Panchghora’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 Panchghora
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Panchghora is 334914. The village spans a total geographical area of 66.81 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 743372. Joynagar is nearest town to Panchghora village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 19km away.
When it comes to local governance, Panchghora 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 Joynagar Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Jaynagar Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Panchghora
Population of Panchghora
According to the 2011 Census, Panchghora has a total population of about 2,689, with approximately 1,383 males and 1,306 females. The sex ratio is around 944 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 318 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 1,080 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 67.42%, with male literacy at about 71.51% and female literacy near 63.09%. There are around 593 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Panchghora's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,689 | 1,383 | 1,306 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 318 | 172 | 146 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,080 | 551 | 529 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,813 | 989 | 824 |
| Illiterate Population | 876 | 394 | 482 |
Connectivity of Panchghora
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Panchghora. As per the 2011 stats, Panchghora 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 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within <5 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Panchghora
Knowing the nearby villages of Panchghora helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Panchghora.
Frequently Asked Questions about Panchghora
- Where is Panchghora located?
- Panchghora village is situated in Jaynagar I Subdivision, within the South Twenty Four Parganas district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Panchghora?
- The Gram Panchayat of Panchghora is Harinarayanpur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Panchghora?
- The pincode of Panchghora is 743372, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Panchghora as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Panchghora is 2,689, with 1,383 males and 1,306 females.
- How many households are there in Panchghora as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Panchghora village has a total of 593 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Panchghora as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Panchghora is 67.42%. The male literacy rate is 71.51%, while the female literacy rate is 63.09%.