Panchanadi - Dapoli, Ratnagiri
Panchanadi is a village situated in the Dapoli tehsil of Ratnagiri district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dapoli Camp and around 180 km from the district headquarters in Ratnagiri. Panchanadi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Panchanadi is 564909. The village covers a total geographical area of 468.68 hectares and falls under the 415712 pincode. Dapoli Camp is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Panchanadi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dapoli Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Raigad Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Panchanadi
As per Census 2011, Panchanadi village has a total population of 1,361 people, consisting of 610 males and 751 females. The village has 319 households and a sex ratio of 1,231 females per 1,000 males. There are 120 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,052 literate and 309 illiterate residents. Additionally, 19 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 5 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Panchanadi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,361 | 610 | 751 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 120 | 56 | 64 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 19 | 6 | 13 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 5 | 3 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 1,052 | 519 | 533 |
| Illiterate Population | 309 | 91 | 218 |
Nearby Villages of Panchanadi
Panchanadi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Aghari | South-West | 0.86 km |
| Borivali | North | 1.68 km |
| Dumdeo | East | 1.83 km |
| Kolthare | North-West | 2.34 km |
| Chandikanagar | North | 3.62 km |
| Male | North-East | 4.23 km |
| Mahamaynagar | North | 4.28 km |
| Chikhalgaon | North-East | 4.52 km |
| Usgaon | South-East | 4.58 km |
| Agarvayangani | East | 5.11 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Panchanadi
Panchanadi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Anjani, while the nearest airport is Pune Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 103.6 km.
| 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 Dapoli Camp to Panchanadi is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Ratnagiri to Panchanadi is about 180 km, with the usual travel time around ~5.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Panchanadi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Panchanadi 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Panchanadi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Panchanadi 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 Panchanadi
Where is Panchanadi located?
Panchanadi village is located in Dapoli Tehsil, Ratnagiri district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Panchanadi?
Panchanadi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Panchanadi?
The pincode of Panchanadi is 415712.
What is the population of Panchanadi?
Panchanadi has a total population of 1,361, including 610 males and 751 females.
How many households are there in Panchanadi?
There are 319 households in Panchanadi.
What is the literacy rate in Panchanadi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Panchanadi is 77.30%. Male literacy is 85.08% and female literacy is 70.97%.