Panhalekazi - Dapoli, Ratnagiri
Panhalekazi is a village situated in the Dapoli tehsil of Ratnagiri district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 21 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dapoli Camp and around 186 km from the district headquarters in Ratnagiri. Panhalekazi village is a designated Village Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Panhalekazi is 564915. The village covers a total geographical area of 562.64 hectares and falls under the 415711 pincode. Dapoli Camp is the nearest town, located about 21 km away.
Panhalekazi 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 Panhalekazi
According to the 2011 Census, Panhalekazi village had a total population of 510 people, including 224 males and 286 females, living in 155 households. The sex ratio was 1,277 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.38%, with male literacy at 84.36% and female literacy at 64.66%.
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 | 510 | 224 | 286 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 33 | 13 | 20 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 350 | 178 | 172 |
| Illiterate Population | 160 | 46 | 114 |
Nearby Villages of Panhalekazi
Panhalekazi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Shiravane | South-East | 1.95 km |
| Kelil | South | 2.30 km |
| Urphi | North-East | 2.46 km |
| Gavrai | North-West | 2.49 km |
| Mathegujar | North-West | 3.25 km |
| Kalki | West | 3.41 km |
| Bhopan | South | 3.53 km |
| Kolbandre | North | 3.77 km |
| Phansu | East | 4.13 km |
| Sahilnagar | South | 4.16 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Panhalekazi
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Panhalekazi. The nearest railway station is Anjani, while the nearest airport is Pune Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 98.4 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 Panhalekazi is about 21 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Ratnagiri to Panhalekazi is about 186 km, with the usual travel time around ~5.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Panhalekazi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Panhalekazi 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 Panhalekazi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Panhalekazi 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 Panhalekazi
Where is Panhalekazi located?
Panhalekazi village is located in Dapoli Tehsil, Ratnagiri district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Panhalekazi?
Panhalekazi is its own Village Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Panhalekazi?
The pincode of Panhalekazi is 415711.
What is the population of Panhalekazi?
Panhalekazi had a total population of 510, including 224 males and 286 females.
How many households are there in Panhalekazi?
Panhalekazi had 155 households.
What is the literacy rate in Panhalekazi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Panhalekazi was 73.38%. Male literacy was 84.36% and female literacy was 64.66%.