Panhale
Panhale is a village located in Lanja tehsil of Ratnagiri district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 55km away from sub-district headquarter Lanja (tehsildar office) and 55km away from district headquarter Ratnagiri. As per 2009 stats, Panhale village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Panhale unique in its vibrant Lanja-Ratnagiri region. You’ll see Panhale’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Panhale
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Panhale is 565941. The village spans a total geographical area of 744 hectares. Rajapur is nearest town to Panhale village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 36km away.
When it comes to local governance, Panhale village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Rajapur Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Ratnagiri - Sindhudurg Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Panhale
Population of Panhale
According to the 2011 Census, Panhale has a total population of about 1,065, with approximately 504 males and 561 females. The sex ratio is around 1113 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 95 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 14 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 10. The overall literacy rate is approximately 78.03%, with male literacy at about 85.71% and female literacy near 71.12%. There are around 231 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Panhale's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,065 | 504 | 561 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 95 | 51 | 44 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 14 | 11 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 10 | 6 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 831 | 432 | 399 |
| Illiterate Population | 234 | 72 | 162 |
Connectivity of Panhale
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Panhale. As per the 2011 stats, Panhale had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Panhale
Knowing the nearby villages of Panhale helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Panhale.
Frequently Asked Questions about Panhale
- Where is Panhale located?
- Panhale village is situated in Lanja Tehsil, within the Ratnagiri district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Panhale?
- Panhale serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Panhale as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Panhale is 1,065, with 504 males and 561 females.
- How many households are there in Panhale as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Panhale village has a total of 231 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Panhale as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Panhale is 78.03%. The male literacy rate is 85.71%, while the female literacy rate is 71.12%.