Paniyali - Talaja, Bhavnagar
Paniyali is a village situated in the Talaja taluka of Bhavnagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Talaja and around 29 km from the district headquarters in Bhavnagar. Paniyali village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Paniyali is 516572. The village covers a total geographical area of 576.41 hectares and falls under the 364120 pincode. Talaja is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Paniyali village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Talaja Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhavnagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Paniyali
According to the 2011 Census, Paniyali village had a total population of 2,526 people, including 1,281 males and 1,245 females, living in 389 households. The sex ratio was 972 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.24%, with male literacy at 83.41% and female literacy at 60.64%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 106.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,526 | 1,281 | 1,245 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 408 | 202 | 206 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 106 | 51 | 55 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,530 | 900 | 630 |
| Illiterate Population | 996 | 381 | 615 |
Nearby Villages of Paniyali
Paniyali 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 Paniyali
Public transport in the Paniyali is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Talaja to Paniyali is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhavnagar to Paniyali is about 29 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Paniyali
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Paniyali village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Paniyali
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Paniyali village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Paniyali
Where is Paniyali located?
Paniyali village is located in Talaja Taluka, Bhavnagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Paniyali?
Paniyali is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Paniyali?
The pincode of Paniyali is 364120.
What is the population of Paniyali?
Paniyali had a total population of 2,526, including 1,281 males and 1,245 females.
How many households are there in Paniyali?
Paniyali had 389 households.
What is the literacy rate in Paniyali?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Paniyali was 72.24%. Male literacy was 83.41% and female literacy was 60.64%.