Panchada
Panchada is a village located in Vadgam taluka of Banas Kantha district in Gujarat, India. It is situated 14km away from sub-district headquarter Vadgam (tehsildar office) and 28km away from district headquarter Palanpur. As per 2009 stats, Panchada village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Panchada unique in its vibrant Vadgam-Banas Kantha region. You’ll see Panchada’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Panchada
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Panchada is 508072. The village spans a total geographical area of 636.19 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 385421. Palanpur is nearest town to Panchada village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 28km away.
When it comes to local governance, Panchada village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Vadgam Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Patan Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Panchada
Population of Panchada
According to the 2011 Census, Panchada has a total population of about 2,419, with approximately 1,227 males and 1,192 females. The sex ratio is around 971 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 272 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 445 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 13. The overall literacy rate is approximately 67.55%, with male literacy at about 78.24% and female literacy near 56.54%. There are around 524 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Panchada's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,419 | 1,227 | 1,192 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 272 | 134 | 138 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 445 | 220 | 225 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 13 | 7 | 6 |
| Literate Population | 1,634 | 960 | 674 |
| Illiterate Population | 785 | 267 | 518 |
Connectivity of Panchada
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Panchada. As per the 2011 stats, Panchada had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Panchada
Knowing the nearby villages of Panchada helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Panchada.
Frequently Asked Questions about Panchada
- Where is Panchada located?
- Panchada village is situated in Vadgam Taluka, within the Banas Kantha district of Gujarat, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Panchada?
- Panchada serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Panchada?
- The pincode of Panchada is 385421, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Panchada as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Panchada is 2,419, with 1,227 males and 1,192 females.
- How many households are there in Panchada as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Panchada village has a total of 524 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Panchada as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Panchada is 67.55%. The male literacy rate is 78.24%, while the female literacy rate is 56.54%.