Panchota - Nawa, Didwana-Kuchaman
Panchota is a village situated in the Nawa tehsil of Didwana-Kuchaman district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 8 km from Nawa and around 183 km from Nagaur. Panchota village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Panchota is 083874. The village covers a total geographical area of 2771.02 hectares and falls under the 341509 pincode. Nawa is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Panchota village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nawan Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nagaur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Panchota
As per Census 2011, Panchota village has a total population of 3,411 people, consisting of 1,720 males and 1,691 females. The village has 587 households and a sex ratio of 983 females per 1,000 males. There are 474 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,907 literate and 1,504 illiterate residents. Additionally, 639 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 193 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Panchota are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,411 | 1,720 | 1,691 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 474 | 226 | 248 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 639 | 331 | 308 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 193 | 97 | 96 |
| Literate Population | 1,907 | 1,162 | 745 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,504 | 558 | 946 |
Nearby Villages of Panchota
Panchota 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Tarwara | North | 2.64 km |
| Pratap Garh | South-East | 2.86 km |
| Kawrada | East | 4.22 km |
| Akora Padar | South-West | 4.65 km |
| Manpura | East | 4.85 km |
| Chandrai | South | 5.22 km |
| Valdara | North-East | 5.72 km |
| Ukarda | South-West | 5.77 km |
| Thoomba | South | 6.30 km |
| Shankhwali | West | 6.41 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Panchota
Panchota is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Jalor, while the nearest airport is Jodhpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 73.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Nawa to Panchota is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Nagaur to Panchota is about 183 km, with the usual travel time around ~5.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Panchota
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Panchota 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 Panchota
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Panchota village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Panchota
Where is Panchota located?
Panchota village is located in Nawa Tehsil, Didwana-Kuchaman district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Panchota?
Panchota is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Panchota?
The pincode of Panchota is 341509.
What is the population of Panchota?
Panchota has a total population of 3,411, including 1,720 males and 1,691 females.
How many households are there in Panchota?
There are 587 households in Panchota.
What is the literacy rate in Panchota?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Panchota is 55.91%. Male literacy is 67.56% and female literacy is 44.06%.