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
As per Census 2011, Panvi village has a total population of 1,878 people, consisting of 955 males and 923 females. The village has 354 households and a sex ratio of 966 females per 1,000 males. There are 256 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,174 literate and 704 illiterate residents. Additionally, 189 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Panvi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,878 | 955 | 923 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 256 | 133 | 123 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 189 | 98 | 91 |
| 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 has a total population of 1,878, including 955 males and 923 females.
How many households are there in Panvi?
There are 354 households in Panvi.
What is the literacy rate in Panvi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Panvi is 62.51%. Male literacy is 71.73% and female literacy is 52.98%.