Panchha - Danta, Banas Kantha
Panchha is a village situated in the Danta taluka of Banas Kantha district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Danta and around 55 km from the district headquarters in Palanpur. Panchha village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Panchha is 507836. The village covers a total geographical area of 1385.04 hectares and falls under the 385110 pincode. Ambaji is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Panchha village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Danta Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Banaskantha Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Panchha
As per Census 2011, Panchha village has a total population of 1,894 people, consisting of 928 males and 966 females. The village has 313 households and a sex ratio of 1,040 females per 1,000 males. There are 522 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 643 literate and 1,251 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,745 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Panchha are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,894 | 928 | 966 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 522 | 265 | 257 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,745 | 855 | 890 |
| Literate Population | 643 | 416 | 227 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,251 | 512 | 739 |
Nearby Villages of Panchha
Panchha 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 Panchha
Panchha is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ambaji to Panchha is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Palanpur to Panchha is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Panchha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Panchha village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Panchha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Panchha village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Panchha
Where is Panchha located?
Panchha village is located in Danta Taluka, Banas Kantha district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Panchha?
Panchha is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Panchha?
The pincode of Panchha is 385110.
What is the population of Panchha?
Panchha has a total population of 1,894, including 928 males and 966 females.
How many households are there in Panchha?
There are 313 households in Panchha.
What is the literacy rate in Panchha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Panchha is 33.95%. Male literacy is 44.83% and female literacy is 23.50%.