Panota - Desuri, Pali
Panota is a village situated in the Desuri tehsil of Pali district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Desuri and around 75 km from the district headquarters in Pali. Panota village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Panota is 091082. The village covers a total geographical area of 1302.76 hectares and falls under the 306022 pincode. Sadri is the nearest town, located about 42 km away.
Panota village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Marwar junction Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Pali Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Panota
As per Census 2011, Panota village has a total population of 1,969 people, consisting of 948 males and 1,021 females. The village has 394 households and a sex ratio of 1,077 females per 1,000 males. There are 306 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,023 literate and 946 illiterate residents. Additionally, 388 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 47 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Panota are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,969 | 948 | 1,021 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 306 | 151 | 155 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 388 | 196 | 192 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 47 | 21 | 26 |
| Literate Population | 1,023 | 610 | 413 |
| Illiterate Population | 946 | 338 | 608 |
Nearby Villages of Panota
Panota 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Gurha Durjan | East | 3.33 km |
| Mevi Khurd | West | 3.48 km |
| Mevi Kalan | North-West | 3.69 km |
| Ashapura | North-East | 4.21 km |
| Dhanla | North | 4.46 km |
| Barari | South-West | 4.50 km |
| Sansari | East | 4.55 km |
| Kolar | South | 5.22 km |
| Gurha Kalan | South | 5.52 km |
| Nayagaon | South-East | 5.64 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Panota
Panota is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Bhinwaliya, while the nearest airport is Maharana Pratap Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 79.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sadri to Panota is about 42 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Pali to Panota is about 75 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Panota
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Panota village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Panota
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Panota village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Panota
Where is Panota located?
Panota village is located in Desuri Tehsil, Pali district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Panota?
Panota is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Panota?
The pincode of Panota is 306022.
What is the population of Panota?
Panota has a total population of 1,969, including 948 males and 1,021 females.
How many households are there in Panota?
There are 394 households in Panota.
What is the literacy rate in Panota?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Panota is 51.96%. Male literacy is 64.35% and female literacy is 40.45%.