Panch Amba - Umarpada, Surat
Panch Amba is a village situated in the Umarpada taluka of Surat district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 11 km from the tehsil headquarters in Umarpada and around 103 km from the district headquarters in Surat. Chokhvada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Panch Amba village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Panch Amba is 523914. The village covers a total geographical area of 303.25 hectares and falls under the 394445 pincode. Mandvi is the nearest town, located about 43 km away.
Panch Amba 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 Panch Amba
As per Census 2011, Panch Amba village has a total population of 1,119 people, consisting of 579 males and 540 females. The village has 237 households and a sex ratio of 932 females per 1,000 males. There are 140 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 711 literate and 408 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,119 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Panch Amba are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,119 | 579 | 540 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 140 | 79 | 61 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,119 | 579 | 540 |
| Literate Population | 711 | 400 | 311 |
| Illiterate Population | 408 | 179 | 229 |
Nearby Villages of Panch Amba
Panch Amba 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 Panch Amba
Panch Amba is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport 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 Mandvi to Panch Amba is about 43 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Surat to Panch Amba is about 103 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Panch Amba
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Panch Amba village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Panch Amba
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Panch Amba village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Panch Amba
Where is Panch Amba located?
Panch Amba village is located in Umarpada Taluka, Surat district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Panch Amba?
The Gram Panchayat of Panch Amba is Chokhvada.
What is the pincode of Panch Amba?
The pincode of Panch Amba is 394445.
What is the population of Panch Amba?
Panch Amba has a total population of 1,119, including 579 males and 540 females.
How many households are there in Panch Amba?
There are 237 households in Panch Amba.
What is the literacy rate in Panch Amba?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Panch Amba is 63.54%. Male literacy is 69.08% and female literacy is 57.59%.