Panti - Ghorawal, Sonbhadra
Panti is a village situated in the Ghorawal tehsil of Sonbhadra district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ghorawal and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Sonbhadra. Dhanaval serves as the Gram Panchayat for Panti village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Panti is 213226. The village covers a total geographical area of 115.93 hectares and falls under the 231210 pincode. Sonbhadra is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Panti village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Panti
According to the 2011 Census, Panti village had a total population of 317 people, including 156 males and 161 females, living in 47 households. The sex ratio was 1,032 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.64%, with male literacy at 85.61% and female literacy at 63.83%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 180.
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 | 317 | 156 | 161 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 37 | 17 | 20 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 180 | 90 | 90 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 209 | 119 | 90 |
| Illiterate Population | 108 | 37 | 71 |
Nearby Villages of Panti
Panti 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Rampur | South-West | 0.97 km |
| Bhairawa | East | 1.18 km |
| Sotil | North | 1.35 km |
| Bandha | South | 1.78 km |
| Karaundia | West | 1.80 km |
| Barauli | South-West | 1.95 km |
| Belwania | West | 2.08 km |
| Dhanawal | North-West | 2.08 km |
| Majhali | East | 2.14 km |
| Panauli | East | 2.41 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Panti
Public transport in the Panti is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Khairahi, while the nearest airport is Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 69.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Sonbhadra to Panti is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Panti
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Panti 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 | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Panti
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Panti 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 Panti
Where is Panti located?
Panti village is located in Ghorawal Tehsil, Sonbhadra district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Panti?
The Gram Panchayat of Panti is Dhanaval.
What is the pincode of Panti?
The pincode of Panti is 231210.
What is the population of Panti?
Panti had a total population of 317, including 156 males and 161 females.
How many households are there in Panti?
Panti had 47 households.
What is the literacy rate in Panti?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Panti was 74.64%. Male literacy was 85.61% and female literacy was 63.83%.