Panas - Wai, Satara
Panas is a village situated in the Wai tehsil of Satara district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Wai and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Satara. Asare serves as the Gram Panchayat for Panas village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Panas is 563052. The village covers a total geographical area of 52 hectares and falls under the 412803 pincode. Wai is the nearest town, located about 14 km away.
Panas village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Wai Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Satara Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Panas
As per Census 2011, Panas village has a total population of 114 people, consisting of 58 males and 56 females. The village has 25 households and a sex ratio of 965 females per 1,000 males. There are 14 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 84 literate and 30 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Panas are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 114 | 58 | 56 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 14 | 5 | 9 |
| Literate Population | 84 | 51 | 33 |
| Illiterate Population | 30 | 7 | 23 |
Nearby Villages of Panas
Panas 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Asare | North-East | 1.13 km |
| Renawale | North-West | 1.17 km |
| Gove | South-East | 2.14 km |
| Duichivadi | North-East | 2.84 km |
| Akoshi | South | 3.14 km |
| Velang | East | 3.27 km |
| Titeghar | North | 3.44 km |
| Vasole | South-West | 3.54 km |
| Gherakelanja | North-West | 3.74 km |
| Chikhalgaon | North-East | 3.80 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Panas
Panas is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Karanjadi, while the nearest airport is Pune Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 51.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Wai to Panas is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Satara to Panas is about 30 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Panas
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Panas village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Panas
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Panas 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 Panas
Where is Panas located?
Panas village is located in Wai Tehsil, Satara district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Panas?
The Gram Panchayat of Panas is Asare.
What is the pincode of Panas?
The pincode of Panas is 412803.
What is the population of Panas?
Panas has a total population of 114, including 58 males and 56 females.
How many households are there in Panas?
There are 25 households in Panas.
What is the literacy rate in Panas?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Panas is 73.68%. Male literacy is 87.93% and female literacy is 58.93%.