Panvi - Vallabhipur, Bhavnagar
Panvi is a village situated in the Vallabhipur taluka of Bhavnagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Vallabhipur and around 62 km from the district headquarters in Bhavnagar. Panvi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Panvi is 516056. The village covers a total geographical area of 1305 hectares and falls under the 364310 pincode. Barwala is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Panvi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gadhada Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhavnagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Panvi
According to the 2011 Census, Panvi village had a total population of 1,878 people, including 955 males and 923 females, living in 354 households. The sex ratio was 966 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.38%, with male literacy at 83.33% and female literacy at 61.13%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 189.
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 | 1,878 | 955 | 923 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 256 | 133 | 123 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 189 | 98 | 91 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,174 | 685 | 489 |
| Illiterate Population | 704 | 270 | 434 |
Nearby Villages of Panvi
Panvi 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 Panvi
Panvi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Barwala to Panvi is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhavnagar to Panvi is about 62 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Panvi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Panvi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Panvi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Panvi 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Panvi
Where is Panvi located?
Panvi village is located in Vallabhipur Taluka, Bhavnagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Panvi?
Panvi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Panvi?
The pincode of Panvi is 364310.
What is the population of Panvi?
Panvi had a total population of 1,878, including 955 males and 923 females.
How many households are there in Panvi?
Panvi had 354 households.
What is the literacy rate in Panvi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Panvi was 72.38%. Male literacy was 83.33% and female literacy was 61.13%.