Panch Dwarka - Wankaner, Morbi
Panch Dwarka is a village situated in the Wankaner taluka of Morbi district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 11 km from Wankaner and around 40 km from Rajkot. Panch Dwarka village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Panch Dwarka is 512811. The village covers a total geographical area of 1412.13 hectares and falls under the 363621 pincode. Wankaner is the nearest town, located about 11 km away.
Panch Dwarka village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Wankaner Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Rajkot Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Panch Dwarka
As per Census 2011, Panch Dwarka village has a total population of 2,729 people, consisting of 1,379 males and 1,350 females. The village has 481 households and a sex ratio of 978 females per 1,000 males. There are 388 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,778 literate and 951 illiterate residents. Additionally, 32 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 20 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Panch Dwarka are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,729 | 1,379 | 1,350 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 388 | 210 | 178 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 32 | 15 | 17 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 20 | 10 | 10 |
| Literate Population | 1,778 | 1,009 | 769 |
| Illiterate Population | 951 | 370 | 581 |
Nearby Villages of Panch Dwarka
Panch Dwarka 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 Panch Dwarka
Panch Dwarka is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Panch Dwarka.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Wankaner to Panch Dwarka is about 11 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rajkot to Panch Dwarka is about 40 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Panch Dwarka
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Panch Dwarka village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Panch Dwarka
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Panch Dwarka village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Panch Dwarka
Where is Panch Dwarka located?
Panch Dwarka village is located in Wankaner Taluka, Morbi district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Panch Dwarka?
Panch Dwarka is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Panch Dwarka?
The pincode of Panch Dwarka is 363621.
What is the population of Panch Dwarka?
Panch Dwarka has a total population of 2,729, including 1,379 males and 1,350 females.
How many households are there in Panch Dwarka?
There are 481 households in Panch Dwarka.
What is the literacy rate in Panch Dwarka?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Panch Dwarka is 65.15%. Male literacy is 73.17% and female literacy is 56.96%.