Panchvera - Kaprada, Valsad
Panchvera is a village situated in the Kaprada taluka of Valsad district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 33 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kaprada and around 100 km from the district headquarters in Valsad. Panchvera village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Panchvera is 523532. The village covers a total geographical area of 329.8 hectares and falls under the 396067 pincode. Dharampur is the nearest town, located about 52 km away.
Panchvera 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 Panchvera
According to the 2011 Census, Panchvera village had a total population of 593 people, including 301 males and 292 females, living in 92 households. The sex ratio was 970 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 38.55%, with male literacy at 42.31% and female literacy at 34.55%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 593.
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 | 593 | 301 | 292 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 139 | 67 | 72 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 593 | 301 | 292 |
| Literate Population | 175 | 99 | 76 |
| Illiterate Population | 418 | 202 | 216 |
Nearby Villages of Panchvera
Panchvera 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 Panchvera
Panchvera 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 Dharampur to Panchvera is about 52 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.5 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Valsad to Panchvera is about 100 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 Panchvera
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Panchvera 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 Panchvera
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Panchvera 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 Panchvera
Where is Panchvera located?
Panchvera village is located in Kaprada Taluka, Valsad district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Panchvera?
Panchvera is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Panchvera?
The pincode of Panchvera is 396067.
What is the population of Panchvera?
Panchvera had a total population of 593, including 301 males and 292 females.
How many households are there in Panchvera?
Panchvera had 92 households.
What is the literacy rate in Panchvera?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Panchvera was 38.55%. Male literacy was 42.31% and female literacy was 34.55%.