Pankhala (Shisha) - Dediapada, Narmada
Pankhala (Shisha) is a village situated in the Dediapada taluka of Narmada district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 41 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dediapada and around 85 km from the district headquarters in Rajpipla. Samot serves as the Gram Panchayat for Pankhala (Shisha) village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pankhala (Shisha) is 521743. The village covers a total geographical area of 677.55 hectares and falls under the 393040 pincode. Dediapada is the nearest town, located about 41 km away.
Pankhala (Shisha) village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Pankhala (Shisha)
According to the 2011 Census, Pankhala (Shisha) village had a total population of 216 people, including 103 males and 113 females, living in 44 households. The sex ratio was 1,097 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 26.06%, with male literacy at 35.29% and female literacy at 17.57%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 216.
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 | 216 | 103 | 113 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 74 | 35 | 39 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 216 | 103 | 113 |
| Literate Population | 37 | 24 | 13 |
| Illiterate Population | 179 | 79 | 100 |
Nearby Villages of Pankhala (Shisha)
Pankhala (Shisha) 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 Pankhala (Shisha)
Public transport in the Pankhala (Shisha) is mainly available through shared van 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 Dediapada to Pankhala (Shisha) is about 41 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rajpipla to Pankhala (Shisha) is about 85 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Pankhala (Shisha)
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pankhala (Shisha) 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 Pankhala (Shisha)
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pankhala (Shisha) 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Pankhala (Shisha)
Where is Pankhala (Shisha) located?
Pankhala (Shisha) village is located in Dediapada Taluka, Narmada district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pankhala (Shisha)?
The Gram Panchayat of Pankhala (Shisha) is Samot.
What is the pincode of Pankhala (Shisha)?
The pincode of Pankhala (Shisha) is 393040.
What is the population of Pankhala (Shisha)?
Pankhala (Shisha) had a total population of 216, including 103 males and 113 females.
How many households are there in Pankhala (Shisha)?
Pankhala (Shisha) had 44 households.
What is the literacy rate in Pankhala (Shisha)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pankhala (Shisha) was 26.06%. Male literacy was 35.29% and female literacy was 17.57%.