Panswal - Dantiwada, Banas Kantha
Panswal is a village situated in the Dantiwada taluka of Banas Kantha district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 23 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dantiwada and around 53 km from the district headquarters in Palanpur. Pansval serves as the Gram Panchayat for Panswal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Panswal is 507691. The village covers a total geographical area of 1114.88 hectares and falls under the 385545 pincode. Deesa is the nearest town, located about 3 km away.
Panswal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Panswal
As per Census 2011, Panswal village has a total population of 1,400 people, consisting of 744 males and 656 females. The village has 227 households and a sex ratio of 881 females per 1,000 males. There are 244 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 745 literate and 655 illiterate residents. Additionally, 9 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 228 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Panswal are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,400 | 744 | 656 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 244 | 114 | 130 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 9 | 2 | 7 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 228 | 129 | 99 |
| Literate Population | 745 | 480 | 265 |
| Illiterate Population | 655 | 264 | 391 |
Nearby Villages of Panswal
Panswal 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 Panswal
Public transport in the Panswal is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Deesa to Panswal is about 3 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Palanpur to Panswal is about 53 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Panswal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Panswal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Panswal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Panswal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Panswal
Where is Panswal located?
Panswal village is located in Dantiwada Taluka, Banas Kantha district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Panswal?
The Gram Panchayat of Panswal is Pansval.
What is the pincode of Panswal?
The pincode of Panswal is 385545.
What is the population of Panswal?
Panswal has a total population of 1,400, including 744 males and 656 females.
How many households are there in Panswal?
There are 227 households in Panswal.
What is the literacy rate in Panswal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Panswal is 53.21%. Male literacy is 64.52% and female literacy is 40.40%.