Panchmuva - Santrampur, Mahisagar
Panchmuva is a village situated in the Santrampur taluka of Mahisagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 25 km from Santrampur and around 50 km from Godhra. Panchmuva village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Panchmuva is 518112. The village covers a total geographical area of 432.27 hectares and falls under the 389260 pincode. Santrampur is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Panchmuva village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Morva hadaf Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Panchmahal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Panchmuva
According to the 2011 Census, Panchmuva village had a total population of 1,477 people, including 741 males and 736 females, living in 267 households. The sex ratio was 993 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 63.10%, with male literacy at 76.51% and female literacy at 49.40%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1,459.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,477 | 741 | 736 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 298 | 145 | 153 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,459 | 731 | 728 |
| Literate Population | 744 | 456 | 288 |
| Illiterate Population | 733 | 285 | 448 |
Nearby Villages of Panchmuva
Panchmuva 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 Panchmuva
Panchmuva is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village.
| 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 Santrampur to Panchmuva is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Godhra to Panchmuva is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Panchmuva
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Panchmuva village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Panchmuva
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Panchmuva 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) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Panchmuva
Where is Panchmuva located?
Panchmuva village is located in Santrampur Taluka, Mahisagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Panchmuva?
Panchmuva is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Panchmuva?
The pincode of Panchmuva is 389260.
What is the population of Panchmuva?
Panchmuva had a total population of 1,477, including 741 males and 736 females.
How many households are there in Panchmuva?
Panchmuva had 267 households.
What is the literacy rate in Panchmuva?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Panchmuva was 63.10%. Male literacy was 76.51% and female literacy was 49.40%.