Panva - Dharampur, Valsad
Panva is a village situated in the Dharampur taluka of Valsad district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dharampur and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Valsad. Panva village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Panva is 523390. The village covers a total geographical area of 884.59 hectares and falls under the 396050 pincode. Dharampur is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Panva village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Panva
According to the 2011 Census, Panva village had a total population of 1,776 people, including 861 males and 915 females, living in 326 households. The sex ratio was 1,063 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 44.04%, with male literacy at 52.50% and female literacy at 36.33%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1,770.
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 | 1,776 | 861 | 915 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 307 | 160 | 147 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,770 | 858 | 912 |
| Literate Population | 647 | 368 | 279 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,129 | 493 | 636 |
Nearby Villages of Panva
Panva 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 Panva
Panva 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 Dharampur to Panva is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Valsad to Panva 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 Panva
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Panva village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Panva
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Panva village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Panva
Where is Panva located?
Panva village is located in Dharampur Taluka, Valsad district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Panva?
Panva is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Panva?
The pincode of Panva is 396050.
What is the population of Panva?
Panva had a total population of 1,776, including 861 males and 915 females.
How many households are there in Panva?
Panva had 326 households.
What is the literacy rate in Panva?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Panva was 44.04%. Male literacy was 52.50% and female literacy was 36.33%.