Panchada Village - Vadgam, Banas Kantha
Panchada is a village situated in the Vadgam taluka of Banas Kantha district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Vadgam and around 28 km from the district headquarters in Palanpur. Mejarpura serves as the Gram Panchayat for Panchada village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Panchada is 508072. The village covers a total geographical area of 636.19 hectares and falls under the 385421 pincode. Palanpur is the nearest town, located about 28 km away.
Panchada village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Vadgam Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Patan Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Panchada
As per Census 2011, Panchada village has a total population of 2,419 people, consisting of 1,227 males and 1,192 females. The village has 524 households and a sex ratio of 971 females per 1,000 males. There are 272 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,634 literate and 785 illiterate residents. Additionally, 445 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 13 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Panchada are given below:
| 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 |
Nearby Villages of Panchada
Panchada 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 Panchada
Public transport in the Panchada 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 Palanpur to Panchada is about 28 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Panchada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Panchada 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 Panchada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Panchada village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Panchada
Where is Panchada located?
Panchada village is located in Vadgam Taluka, Banas Kantha district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Panchada?
The Gram Panchayat of Panchada is Mejarpura.
What is the pincode of Panchada?
The pincode of Panchada is 385421.
What is the population of Panchada?
Panchada has a total population of 2,419, including 1,227 males and 1,192 females.
How many households are there in Panchada?
There are 524 households in Panchada.
What is the literacy rate in Panchada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Panchada is 67.55%. Male literacy is 78.24% and female literacy is 56.54%.