Panas - Kaprada, Valsad
Panas is a village situated in the Kaprada taluka of Valsad district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kaprada and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Valsad. Panas village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Panas is 523515. The village covers a total geographical area of 648.78 hectares and falls under the 396126 pincode. Dharampur is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Panas village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kaprada Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Valsad Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Panas
As per Census 2011, Panas village has a total population of 2,354 people, consisting of 1,151 males and 1,203 females. The village has 458 households and a sex ratio of 1,045 females per 1,000 males. There are 272 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,393 literate and 961 illiterate residents. Additionally, 4 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2,268 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Panas are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,354 | 1,151 | 1,203 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 272 | 137 | 135 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2,268 | 1,109 | 1,159 |
| Literate Population | 1,393 | 776 | 617 |
| Illiterate Population | 961 | 375 | 586 |
Nearby Villages of Panas
Panas 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 Panas
Panas is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus 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 Dharampur to Panas is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Valsad to Panas is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Panas
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Panas 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Panas
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Panas village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Panas
Where is Panas located?
Panas village is located in Kaprada Taluka, Valsad district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Panas?
Panas is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Panas?
The pincode of Panas is 396126.
What is the population of Panas?
Panas has a total population of 2,354, including 1,151 males and 1,203 females.
How many households are there in Panas?
There are 458 households in Panas.
What is the literacy rate in Panas?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Panas is 59.18%. Male literacy is 67.42% and female literacy is 51.29%.