Panidhra - Malia Hatina, Junagadh
Panidhra is a village situated in the Malia Hatina taluka of Junagadh district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 15 km from Malia and around 52 km from Junagadh. Panidhra village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Panidhra is 514838. The village covers a total geographical area of 795.95 hectares and falls under the 362245 pincode. Keshod is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Panidhra village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mangrol Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Junagadh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Panidhra
As per Census 2011, Panidhra village has a total population of 2,109 people, consisting of 1,058 males and 1,051 females. The village has 422 households and a sex ratio of 993 females per 1,000 males. There are 242 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,469 literate and 640 illiterate residents. Additionally, 204 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 12 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Panidhra are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,109 | 1,058 | 1,051 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 242 | 132 | 110 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 204 | 99 | 105 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 12 | 6 | 6 |
| Literate Population | 1,469 | 816 | 653 |
| Illiterate Population | 640 | 242 | 398 |
Nearby Villages of Panidhra
Panidhra 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 Panidhra
Panidhra is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Panidhra.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Keshod to Panidhra is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Junagadh to Panidhra is about 52 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Panidhra
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Panidhra village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Panidhra
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Panidhra village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Panidhra
Where is Panidhra located?
Panidhra village is located in Malia Hatina Taluka, Junagadh district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Panidhra?
Panidhra is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Panidhra?
The pincode of Panidhra is 362245.
What is the population of Panidhra?
Panidhra has a total population of 2,109, including 1,058 males and 1,051 females.
How many households are there in Panidhra?
There are 422 households in Panidhra.
What is the literacy rate in Panidhra?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Panidhra is 69.65%. Male literacy is 77.13% and female literacy is 62.13%.