Panchala - Ashti, Wardha
Panchala is a village situated in the Ashti tehsil of Wardha district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ashti and around 90 km from the district headquarters in Wardha. Porgawhan serves as the Village Panchayat for Panchala village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Panchala is 533413. The village covers a total geographical area of 874 hectares and falls under the 442201 pincode. Arvi is the nearest town, located about 28 km away.
Panchala village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Arvi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Wardha Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Panchala
According to the 2011 Census, Panchala village had a total population of 410 people, including 214 males and 196 females, living in 100 households. The sex ratio was 916 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 78.82%, with male literacy at 83.33% and female literacy at 74.03%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 6.
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 | 410 | 214 | 196 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 37 | 22 | 15 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 6 | 4 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 294 | 160 | 134 |
| Illiterate Population | 116 | 54 | 62 |
Nearby Villages of Panchala
Panchala 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Porgavhan | West | 2.24 km |
| Malkapur | South | 2.77 km |
| Dhadi | East | 3.03 km |
| Zadgaon | North | 3.36 km |
| Pandhurna | South-East | 3.59 km |
| Isapur | East | 3.99 km |
| Vithalapur | West | 4.04 km |
| Tumni | North | 4.46 km |
| Theka Kinhi | South-East | 4.58 km |
| Milanpur | North | 4.73 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Panchala
Public transport in the Panchala is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Hiwarkheda, while the nearest airport is Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 72.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Arvi to Panchala is about 28 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Wardha to Panchala is about 90 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Panchala
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Panchala village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Panchala
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Panchala 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 Panchala
Where is Panchala located?
Panchala village is located in Ashti Tehsil, Wardha district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Panchala?
The Village Panchayat of Panchala is Porgawhan.
What is the pincode of Panchala?
The pincode of Panchala is 442201.
What is the population of Panchala?
Panchala had a total population of 410, including 214 males and 196 females.
How many households are there in Panchala?
Panchala had 100 households.
What is the literacy rate in Panchala?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Panchala was 78.82%. Male literacy was 83.33% and female literacy was 74.03%.