Panchi - Dholera, Ahmedabad
Panchi is a village situated in the Dholera taluka of Ahmedabad district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 35 km from Dhandhuka and around 112 km from Ahmadabad. Panchi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Panchi is 511937. The village covers a total geographical area of 1417.45 hectares and falls under the 382455 pincode. Dhandhuka is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Panchi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dhandhuka Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Surendranagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Panchi
As per Census 2011, Panchi village has a total population of 1,197 people, consisting of 620 males and 577 females. The village has 226 households and a sex ratio of 930 females per 1,000 males. There are 180 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 765 literate and 432 illiterate residents. Additionally, 125 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Panchi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,197 | 620 | 577 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 180 | 91 | 89 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 125 | 64 | 61 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 765 | 471 | 294 |
| Illiterate Population | 432 | 149 | 283 |
Nearby Villages of Panchi
Panchi 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 Panchi
Public transport in the Panchi is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dhandhuka to Panchi is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Ahmadabad to Panchi is about 112 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Panchi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Panchi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Panchi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Panchi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Panchi
Where is Panchi located?
Panchi village is located in Dholera Taluka, Ahmedabad district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Panchi?
Panchi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Panchi?
The pincode of Panchi is 382455.
What is the population of Panchi?
Panchi has a total population of 1,197, including 620 males and 577 females.
How many households are there in Panchi?
There are 226 households in Panchi.
What is the literacy rate in Panchi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Panchi is 63.91%. Male literacy is 75.97% and female literacy is 50.95%.