Paniya - Kadana, Mahisagar
Paniya is a village situated in the Kadana taluka of Mahisagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 9 km from Kadana and around 78 km from Godhra. Sanghri serves as the Gram Panchayat for Paniya village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Paniya is 517934. The village covers a total geographical area of 141.07 hectares and falls under the 389250 pincode. Santrampur is the nearest town, located about 27 km away.
Paniya village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Paniya
As per Census 2011, Paniya village has a total population of 528 people, consisting of 269 males and 259 females. The village has 98 households and a sex ratio of 962 females per 1,000 males. There are 89 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 323 literate and 205 illiterate residents. Additionally, 6 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 287 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Paniya are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 528 | 269 | 259 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 89 | 43 | 46 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 6 | 2 | 4 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 287 | 145 | 142 |
| Literate Population | 323 | 191 | 132 |
| Illiterate Population | 205 | 78 | 127 |
Nearby Villages of Paniya
Paniya 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 Paniya
Public transport in the Paniya 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 Santrampur to Paniya is about 27 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Godhra to Paniya is about 78 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Paniya
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Paniya village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Paniya
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Paniya village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Paniya
Where is Paniya located?
Paniya village is located in Kadana Taluka, Mahisagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Paniya?
The Gram Panchayat of Paniya is Sanghri.
What is the pincode of Paniya?
The pincode of Paniya is 389250.
What is the population of Paniya?
Paniya has a total population of 528, including 269 males and 259 females.
How many households are there in Paniya?
There are 98 households in Paniya.
What is the literacy rate in Paniya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Paniya is 61.17%. Male literacy is 71.00% and female literacy is 50.97%.