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 Gram 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
As per Census 2011, Panhale village has a total population of 1,065 people, consisting of 504 males and 561 females. The village has 231 households and a sex ratio of 1,113 females per 1,000 males. There are 95 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 831 literate and 234 illiterate residents. Additionally, 14 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 10 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Panhale are given below:
| 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 gram panchayat of Panhale?
Panhale is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Panhale?
The pincode of Panhale is 415643.
What is the population of Panhale?
Panhale has a total population of 1,065, including 504 males and 561 females.
How many households are there in Panhale?
There are 231 households in Panhale.
What is the literacy rate in Panhale?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Panhale is 78.03%. Male literacy is 85.71% and female literacy is 71.12%.