Panchtobara - Gariadhar, Bhavnagar
Panchtobara is a village situated in the Gariadhar taluka of Bhavnagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gariadhar and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Bhavnagar. Panchtobara village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Panchtobara is 516433. The village covers a total geographical area of 746.19 hectares and falls under the 364505 pincode. Gariadhar is the nearest town, located about 3 km away.
Panchtobara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gariadhar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Amreli Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Panchtobara
As per Census 2011, Panchtobara village has a total population of 1,707 people, consisting of 823 males and 884 females. The village has 324 households and a sex ratio of 1,074 females per 1,000 males. There are 193 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,266 literate and 441 illiterate residents. Additionally, 149 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 11 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Panchtobara are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,707 | 823 | 884 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 193 | 110 | 83 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 149 | 71 | 78 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 11 | 6 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 1,266 | 653 | 613 |
| Illiterate Population | 441 | 170 | 271 |
Nearby Villages of Panchtobara
Panchtobara 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 Panchtobara
Public transport in the Panchtobara 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 Gariadhar to Panchtobara is about 3 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhavnagar to Panchtobara is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Panchtobara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Panchtobara village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Panchtobara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Panchtobara village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Panchtobara
Where is Panchtobara located?
Panchtobara village is located in Gariadhar Taluka, Bhavnagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Panchtobara?
Panchtobara is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Panchtobara?
The pincode of Panchtobara is 364505.
What is the population of Panchtobara?
Panchtobara has a total population of 1,707, including 823 males and 884 females.
How many households are there in Panchtobara?
There are 324 households in Panchtobara.
What is the literacy rate in Panchtobara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Panchtobara is 74.17%. Male literacy is 79.34% and female literacy is 69.34%.