Panthawada - Dantiwada, Banas Kantha
Panthawada is a village situated in the Dantiwada taluka of Banas Kantha district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dantiwada and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Palanpur. Panthawada village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Panthawada is 507700. The village covers a total geographical area of 1645.92 hectares and falls under the 385545 pincode. Dhanera is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Panthawada village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dhanera Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Banaskantha Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Panthawada
As per Census 2011, Panthawada village has a total population of 10,102 people, consisting of 5,231 males and 4,871 females. The village has 1,896 households and a sex ratio of 931 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,683 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 5,288 literate and 4,814 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,015 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,011 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Panthawada are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 10,102 | 5,231 | 4,871 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,683 | 909 | 774 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,015 | 514 | 501 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,011 | 530 | 481 |
| Literate Population | 5,288 | 3,364 | 1,924 |
| Illiterate Population | 4,814 | 1,867 | 2,947 |
Nearby Villages of Panthawada
Panthawada 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 Panthawada
Panthawada is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. Panthawada has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dhanera to Panthawada is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Palanpur to Panthawada is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Panthawada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Panthawada village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Panthawada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Panthawada village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Panthawada
Where is Panthawada located?
Panthawada village is located in Dantiwada Taluka, Banas Kantha district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Panthawada?
Panthawada is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Panthawada?
The pincode of Panthawada is 385545.
What is the population of Panthawada?
Panthawada has a total population of 10,102, including 5,231 males and 4,871 females.
How many households are there in Panthawada?
There are 1,896 households in Panthawada.
What is the literacy rate in Panthawada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Panthawada is 52.35%. Male literacy is 64.31% and female literacy is 39.50%.