Panetha - Mangrol, Surat
Panetha is a village situated in the Mangrol taluka of Surat district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mangrol and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Surat. Panetha village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Panetha is 523857. The village covers a total geographical area of 549.49 hectares and falls under the 394405 pincode. Kosamba is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Panetha village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mangrol Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bardoli Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Panetha
According to the 2011 Census, Panetha village had a total population of 612 people, including 311 males and 301 females, living in 147 households. The sex ratio was 968 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 66.92%, with male literacy at 74.62% and female literacy at 59.25%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 560, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 48.
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 | 612 | 311 | 301 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 83 | 47 | 36 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 560 | 284 | 276 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 48 | 23 | 25 |
| Literate Population | 354 | 197 | 157 |
| Illiterate Population | 258 | 114 | 144 |
Nearby Villages of Panetha
Panetha 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 Panetha
Panetha is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kosamba to Panetha is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Surat to Panetha 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 Panetha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Panetha 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 Panetha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Panetha village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Panetha
Where is Panetha located?
Panetha village is located in Mangrol Taluka, Surat district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Panetha?
Panetha is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Panetha?
The pincode of Panetha is 394405.
What is the population of Panetha?
Panetha had a total population of 612, including 311 males and 301 females.
How many households are there in Panetha?
Panetha had 147 households.
What is the literacy rate in Panetha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Panetha was 66.92%. Male literacy was 74.62% and female literacy was 59.25%.