Paniyari - Danta, Banas Kantha
Paniyari is a village situated in the Danta taluka of Banas Kantha district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Danta and around 46 km from the district headquarters in Palanpur. Godhani serves as the Gram Panchayat for Paniyari village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Paniyari is 507944. The village covers a total geographical area of 112.29 hectares and falls under the 385120 pincode. Ambaji is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Paniyari 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 Paniyari
As per Census 2011, Paniyari village has a total population of 538 people, consisting of 276 males and 262 females. The village has 105 households and a sex ratio of 949 females per 1,000 males. There are 62 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 401 literate and 137 illiterate residents. Additionally, 40 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Paniyari are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 538 | 276 | 262 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 62 | 39 | 23 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 40 | 18 | 22 |
| Literate Population | 401 | 223 | 178 |
| Illiterate Population | 137 | 53 | 84 |
Nearby Villages of Paniyari
Paniyari 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 Paniyari
Paniyari 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 Paniyari is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Palanpur to Paniyari is about 46 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Paniyari
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Paniyari 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 Paniyari
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Paniyari village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Paniyari
Where is Paniyari located?
Paniyari village is located in Danta Taluka, Banas Kantha district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Paniyari?
The Gram Panchayat of Paniyari is Godhani.
What is the pincode of Paniyari?
The pincode of Paniyari is 385120.
What is the population of Paniyari?
Paniyari has a total population of 538, including 276 males and 262 females.
How many households are there in Paniyari?
There are 105 households in Paniyari.
What is the literacy rate in Paniyari?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Paniyari is 74.54%. Male literacy is 80.80% and female literacy is 67.94%.