Pat Panhale - Guhagar, Ratnagiri
Pat Panhale is a village situated in the Guhagar tehsil of Ratnagiri district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Guhagar and around 87 km from the district headquarters in Ratnagiri. Patpanhale serves as the Gram Panchayat for Pat Panhale village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pat Panhale is 565393. The village covers a total geographical area of 428 hectares and falls under the 415724 pincode. Chiplun is the nearest town, located about 45 km away.
Pat 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 Guhagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Raigad Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Pat Panhale
According to the 2011 Census, Pat Panhale village had a total population of 1,052 people, including 453 males and 599 females, living in 287 households. The sex ratio was 1,322 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 81.00%, with male literacy at 92.94% and female literacy at 71.91%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 2, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1.
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 | 1,052 | 453 | 599 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 68 | 28 | 40 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 797 | 395 | 402 |
| Illiterate Population | 255 | 58 | 197 |
Nearby Villages of Pat Panhale
Pat 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Palpene | North-West | 2.15 km |
| Kondwadi Tarf Patpanhale | West | 2.18 km |
| Shringartali | East | 2.42 km |
| Talyachiwadi Tarf Palpene | North | 2.60 km |
| Janavale | North-East | 2.81 km |
| Nigundal | North-East | 3.49 km |
| Pimpalwat | West | 3.54 km |
| Waki | North-West | 3.62 km |
| Varweli | South | 4.00 km |
| Malan | South-East | 4.06 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Pat Panhale
Pat Panhale is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Anjani, while the nearest airport is Pune Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 108.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Chiplun to Pat Panhale is about 45 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Ratnagiri to Pat Panhale is about 87 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Pat Panhale
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pat Panhale 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 Pat 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 Pat Panhale 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 Pat Panhale
Where is Pat Panhale located?
Pat Panhale village is located in Guhagar Tehsil, Ratnagiri district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pat Panhale?
The Gram Panchayat of Pat Panhale is Patpanhale.
What is the pincode of Pat Panhale?
The pincode of Pat Panhale is 415724.
What is the population of Pat Panhale?
Pat Panhale had a total population of 1,052, including 453 males and 599 females.
How many households are there in Pat Panhale?
Pat Panhale had 287 households.
What is the literacy rate in Pat Panhale?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pat Panhale was 81.00%. Male literacy was 92.94% and female literacy was 71.91%.