Panhale - Lanja, Ratnagiri
Panhale is a village situated in the Lanja tehsil of Ratnagiri district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 55 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lanja and around 55 km from the district headquarters in Ratnagiri. Panhale village is a designated Village Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Panhale is 565941. The village covers a total geographical area of 744 hectares and falls under the 415643 pincode. Rajapur is the nearest town, located about 36 km away.
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 Rajapur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ratnagiri - Sindhudurg Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Panhale
According to the 2011 Census, Panhale village had a total population of 1,065 people, including 504 males and 561 females, living in 231 households. The sex ratio was 1,113 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 85.67%, with male literacy at 95.36% and female literacy at 77.18%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 14, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 10.
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 | 1,065 | 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 |
Nearby Villages of Panhale
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Anandgaon | North | 1.59 km |
| Kuve | West | 2.33 km |
| Waked | South | 2.50 km |
| Vervali Kh. | East | 2.59 km |
| Gondesakhal | North | 3.07 km |
| Vivali | North-East | 3.27 km |
| Puragaon | West | 3.31 km |
| Borthade | South | 3.70 km |
| Vangule | South-West | 3.77 km |
| Kelambe | North | 4.10 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Panhale
Panhale is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Vilavade, while the nearest airport is Kolhapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 60.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rajapur to Panhale is about 36 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Ratnagiri to Panhale is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Panhale
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Panhale 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 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 Panhale 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 Panhale
Where is Panhale located?
Panhale village is located in Lanja Tehsil, Ratnagiri district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Panhale?
Panhale is its own Village Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Panhale?
The pincode of Panhale is 415643.
What is the population of Panhale?
Panhale had a total population of 1,065, including 504 males and 561 females.
How many households are there in Panhale?
Panhale had 231 households.
What is the literacy rate in Panhale?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Panhale was 85.67%. Male literacy was 95.36% and female literacy was 77.18%.