Panchala Village - Keshod, Junagadh
Panchala is a village situated in the Keshod taluka of Junagadh district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 21 km from the tehsil headquarters in Keshod and around 62 km from the district headquarters in Junagadh. Panchala village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Panchala is 514735. The village covers a total geographical area of 970.26 hectares and falls under the 362220 pincode. Keshod is the nearest town, located about 21 km away.
Panchala village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Keshod Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Porbandar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Panchala
As per Census 2011, Panchala village has a total population of 1,164 people, consisting of 588 males and 576 females. The village has 238 households and a sex ratio of 979 females per 1,000 males. There are 175 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 679 literate and 485 illiterate residents. Additionally, 154 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 41 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Panchala are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,164 | 588 | 576 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 175 | 88 | 87 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 154 | 76 | 78 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 41 | 24 | 17 |
| Literate Population | 679 | 387 | 292 |
| Illiterate Population | 485 | 201 | 284 |
Nearby Villages of Panchala
Panchala 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 Panchala
Public transport in the Panchala 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 Keshod to Panchala is about 21 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Junagadh to Panchala 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 Panchala
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Panchala village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Panchala
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Panchala village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Panchala
Where is Panchala located?
Panchala village is located in Keshod Taluka, Junagadh district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Panchala?
Panchala is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Panchala?
The pincode of Panchala is 362220.
What is the population of Panchala?
Panchala has a total population of 1,164, including 588 males and 576 females.
How many households are there in Panchala?
There are 238 households in Panchala.
What is the literacy rate in Panchala?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Panchala is 58.33%. Male literacy is 65.82% and female literacy is 50.69%.