Panhalaje Kh. - Khed, Ratnagiri
Panhalaje Kh. is a village situated in the Khed tehsil of Ratnagiri district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 35 km from the tehsil headquarters in Khed and around 125 km from the district headquarters in Ratnagiri. Panhalje serves as the Village Panchayat for Panhalaje Kh. village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Panhalaje Kh. is 565103. The village covers a total geographical area of 28 hectares and falls under the 415727 pincode. Khed is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Panhalaje Kh. 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 Panhalaje Kh.
According to the 2011 Census, Panhalaje Kh. village had a total population of 623 people, including 266 males and 357 females, living in 134 households. The sex ratio was 1,342 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 67.57%, with male literacy at 83.97% and female literacy at 55.35%. 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 | 623 | 266 | 357 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 68 | 29 | 39 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 375 | 199 | 176 |
| Illiterate Population | 248 | 67 | 181 |
Nearby Villages of Panhalaje Kh.
Panhalaje Kh. 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 Panhalaje Kh.
Panhalaje Kh. is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus 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 Khed to Panhalaje Kh. is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Ratnagiri to Panhalaje Kh. is about 125 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Panhalaje Kh.
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Panhalaje Kh. village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Panhalaje Kh.
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Panhalaje Kh. village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Panhalaje Kh.
Where is Panhalaje Kh. located?
Panhalaje Kh. village is located in Khed Tehsil, Ratnagiri district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Panhalaje Kh.?
The Village Panchayat of Panhalaje Kh. is Panhalje.
What is the pincode of Panhalaje Kh.?
The pincode of Panhalaje Kh. is 415727.
What is the population of Panhalaje Kh.?
Panhalaje Kh. had a total population of 623, including 266 males and 357 females.
How many households are there in Panhalaje Kh.?
Panhalaje Kh. had 134 households.
What is the literacy rate in Panhalaje Kh.?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Panhalaje Kh. was 67.57%. Male literacy was 83.97% and female literacy was 55.35%.