Panchela - Devgadbaria, Dahod
Panchela is a village situated in the Devgadbaria taluka of Dahod district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 15 km from Devgadbaria and around 33 km from Dohad. Panchela village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Panchela is 519516. The village covers a total geographical area of 736.31 hectares and falls under the 389380 pincode. Devgadbaria is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Panchela village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Devgadbaria Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dahod Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Panchela
As per Census 2011, Panchela village has a total population of 4,144 people, consisting of 2,079 males and 2,065 females. The village has 686 households and a sex ratio of 993 females per 1,000 males. There are 675 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,349 literate and 1,795 illiterate residents. Additionally, 91 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 480 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Panchela are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,144 | 2,079 | 2,065 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 675 | 365 | 310 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 91 | 45 | 46 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 480 | 237 | 243 |
| Literate Population | 2,349 | 1,440 | 909 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,795 | 639 | 1,156 |
Nearby Villages of Panchela
Panchela 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 Panchela
Panchela is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Devgadbaria to Panchela is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Dohad to Panchela is about 33 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 Panchela
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Panchela village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Panchela
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Panchela village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Panchela
Where is Panchela located?
Panchela village is located in Devgadbaria Taluka, Dahod district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Panchela?
Panchela is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Panchela?
The pincode of Panchela is 389380.
What is the population of Panchela?
Panchela has a total population of 4,144, including 2,079 males and 2,065 females.
How many households are there in Panchela?
There are 686 households in Panchela.
What is the literacy rate in Panchela?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Panchela is 56.68%. Male literacy is 69.26% and female literacy is 44.02%.