Panchal
Panchal is a village located in Meghraj taluka of Sabar Kantha district in Gujarat, India. It is situated 15km away from sub-district headquarter Meghraj (tehsildar office) and 70km away from district headquarter Himatnagar. As per 2009 stats, Panchal village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Panchal unique in its vibrant Meghraj-Sabar Kantha region. You’ll see Panchal’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 Panchal
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Panchal is 510363. The village spans a total geographical area of 1411.38 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 383350. Meghraj is nearest town to Panchal village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 15km away.
Google Map of Panchal
Population of Panchal
According to the 2011 Census, Panchal has a total population of about 5,952, with approximately 2,943 males and 3,009 females. The sex ratio is around 1022 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 983 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. Details about the Scheduled Castes (SC) community are not available. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 5,938. The overall literacy rate is approximately 59.66%, with male literacy at about 70.13% and female literacy near 49.42%. There are around 1,038 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Panchal's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,952 | 2,943 | 3,009 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 983 | 487 | 496 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 5,938 | 2,934 | 3,004 |
| Literate Population | 3,551 | 2,064 | 1,487 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,401 | 879 | 1,522 |
Connectivity of Panchal
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Panchal. As per the 2011 stats, Panchal 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 Panchal
Knowing the nearby villages of Panchal helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Panchal.
Frequently Asked Questions about Panchal
- Where is Panchal located?
- Panchal village is situated in Meghraj Taluka, within the Sabar Kantha district of Gujarat, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Panchal?
- Panchal serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Panchal?
- The pincode of Panchal is 383350, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Panchal as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Panchal is 5,952, with 2,943 males and 3,009 females.
- How many households are there in Panchal as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Panchal village has a total of 1,038 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Panchal as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Panchal is 59.66%. The male literacy rate is 70.13%, while the female literacy rate is 49.42%.