Panhale - Chandvad, Nashik
Panhale is a village situated in the Chandvad tehsil of Nashik district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chandvad and around 75 km from the district headquarters in Nashik. Panhale village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Panhale is 550499. The village covers a total geographical area of 754.82 hectares and falls under the 423101 pincode. Manmad is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Panhale village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chandvad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dindori Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Panhale
As per Census 2011, Panhale village has a total population of 1,387 people, consisting of 740 males and 647 females. The village has 262 households and a sex ratio of 874 females per 1,000 males. There are 163 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,019 literate and 368 illiterate residents. Additionally, 99 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 94 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Panhale are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,387 | 740 | 647 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 163 | 85 | 78 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 99 | 57 | 42 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 94 | 39 | 55 |
| Literate Population | 1,019 | 600 | 419 |
| Illiterate Population | 368 | 140 | 228 |
Nearby Villages of Panhale
Panhale is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Nhanave | West | 1.92 km |
| Ahirkhede | North-East | 2.25 km |
| Harsul | North | 2.69 km |
| Vitave | South | 2.74 km |
| Gangave | East | 2.94 km |
| Kajisangvi | South-West | 3.76 km |
| Soni Sangvi | South | 3.85 km |
| Patharshembe | North-West | 4.10 km |
| Hivarkhede | West | 4.41 km |
| Pimpalgaon Dhabli | East | 4.72 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Panhale
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Panhale. The nearest railway station is Summit, while the nearest airport is Shirdi Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 51.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Manmad to Panhale is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Nashik to Panhale is about 75 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Panhale
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Panhale 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Panhale
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Panhale village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Panhale
Where is Panhale located?
Panhale village is located in Chandvad Tehsil, Nashik district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Panhale?
Panhale is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Panhale?
The pincode of Panhale is 423101.
What is the population of Panhale?
Panhale has a total population of 1,387, including 740 males and 647 females.
How many households are there in Panhale?
There are 262 households in Panhale.
What is the literacy rate in Panhale?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Panhale is 73.47%. Male literacy is 81.08% and female literacy is 64.76%.