Panwari - Ghaghra, Gumla
Panwari is a village situated in the Ghaghra subdivision of Gumla district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ghaghra and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Gumla. Badri serves as the Gram Panchayat for Panwari village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Panwari is 375616. The village covers a total geographical area of 204 hectares and falls under the 835207 pincode.
Panwari village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Panwari
According to the 2011 Census, Panwari village had a total population of 571 people, including 283 males and 288 females, living in 91 households. The sex ratio was 1,018 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 45.91%, with male literacy at 60.09% and female literacy at 32.60%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 467.
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 | 571 | 283 | 288 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 131 | 70 | 61 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 467 | 229 | 238 |
| Literate Population | 202 | 128 | 74 |
| Illiterate Population | 369 | 155 | 214 |
Nearby Villages of Panwari
Panwari is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Panwari
Public transport in the Panwari is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 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 Gumla to Panwari is about 40 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Panwari
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Panwari village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Panwari
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Panwari 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 Panwari
Where is Panwari located?
Panwari village is located in Ghaghra Subdivision, Gumla district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Panwari?
The Gram Panchayat of Panwari is Badri.
What is the pincode of Panwari?
The pincode of Panwari is 835207.
What is the population of Panwari?
Panwari had a total population of 571, including 283 males and 288 females.
How many households are there in Panwari?
Panwari had 91 households.
What is the literacy rate in Panwari?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Panwari was 45.91%. Male literacy was 60.09% and female literacy was 32.60%.