Panch Dwarka
Panch Dwarka is a village located in Wankaner taluka of Rajkot district in Gujarat, India. It is situated 11km away from sub-district headquarter Wankaner (tehsildar office) and 40km away from district headquarter Rajkot. As per 2009 stats, Panch Dwarka village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Panch Dwarka unique in its vibrant Wankaner-Rajkot region. You’ll see Panch Dwarka’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Panch Dwarka
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Panch Dwarka is 512811. The village spans a total geographical area of 1412.13 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 363621. Wankaner is nearest town to Panch Dwarka village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 11km away.
When it comes to local governance, Panch Dwarka village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Wankaner Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Rajkot Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Panch Dwarka
Population of Panch Dwarka
According to the 2011 Census, Panch Dwarka has a total population of about 2,729, with approximately 1,379 males and 1,350 females. The sex ratio is around 978 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 388 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 32 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 20. The overall literacy rate is approximately 65.15%, with male literacy at about 73.17% and female literacy near 56.96%. There are around 481 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Panch Dwarka's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | 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 |
Connectivity of Panch Dwarka
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Panch Dwarka. As per the 2011 stats, Panch Dwarka had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Panch Dwarka
Knowing the nearby villages of Panch Dwarka helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Panch Dwarka.
Frequently Asked Questions about Panch Dwarka
- Where is Panch Dwarka located?
- Panch Dwarka village is situated in Wankaner Taluka, within the Rajkot district of Gujarat, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Panch Dwarka?
- Panch Dwarka serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Panch Dwarka?
- The pincode of Panch Dwarka is 363621, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Panch Dwarka as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Panch Dwarka is 2,729, with 1,379 males and 1,350 females.
- How many households are there in Panch Dwarka as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Panch Dwarka village has a total of 481 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Panch Dwarka as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Panch Dwarka is 65.15%. The male literacy rate is 73.17%, while the female literacy rate is 56.96%.