Panchumar - Dediapada, Narmada
Panchumar is a village situated in the Dediapada taluka of Narmada district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dediapada and around 61 km from the district headquarters in Rajpipla. Juna Mosda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Panchumar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Panchumar is 521583. The village covers a total geographical area of 206.63 hectares and falls under the 393040 pincode. Dediapada is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Panchumar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Panchumar
According to the 2011 Census, Panchumar village had a total population of 725 people, including 359 males and 366 females, living in 128 households. The sex ratio was 1,019 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 56.30%, with male literacy at 63.38% and female literacy at 49.49%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 725.
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 | 725 | 359 | 366 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 146 | 75 | 71 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 725 | 359 | 366 |
| Literate Population | 326 | 180 | 146 |
| Illiterate Population | 399 | 179 | 220 |
Nearby Villages of Panchumar
Panchumar 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 Panchumar
Panchumar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Dediapada to Panchumar is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rajpipla to Panchumar is about 61 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Panchumar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Panchumar 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 Panchumar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Panchumar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Panchumar
Where is Panchumar located?
Panchumar village is located in Dediapada Taluka, Narmada district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Panchumar?
The Gram Panchayat of Panchumar is Juna Mosda.
What is the pincode of Panchumar?
The pincode of Panchumar is 393040.
What is the population of Panchumar?
Panchumar had a total population of 725, including 359 males and 366 females.
How many households are there in Panchumar?
Panchumar had 128 households.
What is the literacy rate in Panchumar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Panchumar was 56.30%. Male literacy was 63.38% and female literacy was 49.49%.