Pandva - Balasinor, Mahisagar
Pandva is a village situated in the Balasinor taluka of Mahisagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 15 km from Balasinor and around 95 km from Nadiad. Bariyavaga serves as the Gram Panchayat for Pandva village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pandva is 517327. The village covers a total geographical area of 1294.9 hectares and falls under the 388265 pincode. Balasinor is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Pandva village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Balasinor Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Panchmahal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Pandva
As per Census 2011, Pandva village has a total population of 8,098 people, consisting of 4,207 males and 3,891 females. The village has 1,582 households and a sex ratio of 924 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,009 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 5,387 literate and 2,711 illiterate residents. Additionally, 396 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 19 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Pandva are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 8,098 | 4,207 | 3,891 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,009 | 525 | 484 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 396 | 208 | 188 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 19 | 10 | 9 |
| Literate Population | 5,387 | 3,257 | 2,130 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,711 | 950 | 1,761 |
Nearby Villages of Pandva
Pandva 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 Pandva
Pandva 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 | 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 Balasinor to Pandva is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Nadiad to Pandva is about 95 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Pandva
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pandva village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Pandva
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pandva village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Pandva
Where is Pandva located?
Pandva village is located in Balasinor Taluka, Mahisagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pandva?
The Gram Panchayat of Pandva is Bariyavaga.
What is the pincode of Pandva?
The pincode of Pandva is 388265.
What is the population of Pandva?
Pandva has a total population of 8,098, including 4,207 males and 3,891 females.
How many households are there in Pandva?
There are 1,582 households in Pandva.
What is the literacy rate in Pandva?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pandva is 66.52%. Male literacy is 77.42% and female literacy is 54.74%.