Panawar - Bande, Uttar Bastar Kanker
Panawar is a village situated in the Bande tehsil of Uttar Bastar Kanker district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 35 km from Pakhanjur and around 157 km from Kanker. Panawasr serves as the Gram Panchayat for Panawar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Panawar is 448382. The village covers a total geographical area of 277.79 hectares and falls under the 494777 pincode. Pakhanjur is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Panawar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Antagarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kanker Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Panawar
According to the 2011 Census, Panawar village had a total population of 530 people, including 267 males and 263 females, living in 104 households. The sex ratio was 985 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 61.52%, with male literacy at 77.78% and female literacy at 45.79%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 274.
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 | 530 | 267 | 263 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 109 | 60 | 49 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 274 | 136 | 138 |
| Literate Population | 259 | 161 | 98 |
| Illiterate Population | 271 | 106 | 165 |
Nearby Villages of Panawar
Panawar 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Goutampur | North-East | 1.25 km |
| Daya Nagar | South | 1.44 km |
| Mausamtola | West | 2.08 km |
| Vishnupur | North | 3.11 km |
| Durgapur | South-East | 3.55 km |
| Karshak Nagar | North-West | 3.62 km |
| Uliya | South-East | 3.98 km |
| Hawalbaras | North | 4.61 km |
| Kurenar | West | 4.93 km |
| Todhur | North-East | 5.02 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Panawar
Panawar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Rajuli, while the nearest airport is Jagdalpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 139.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| 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 Pakhanjur to Panawar is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Kanker to Panawar is about 157 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Panawar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Panawar 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 Panawar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Panawar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Panawar
Where is Panawar located?
Panawar village is located in Bande Tehsil, Uttar Bastar Kanker district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Panawar?
The Gram Panchayat of Panawar is Panawasr.
What is the pincode of Panawar?
The pincode of Panawar is 494777.
What is the population of Panawar?
Panawar had a total population of 530, including 267 males and 263 females.
How many households are there in Panawar?
Panawar had 104 households.
What is the literacy rate in Panawar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Panawar was 61.52%. Male literacy was 77.78% and female literacy was 45.79%.