Panala - Katthiwara, Alirajpur
Panala is a village situated in the Katthiwara tehsil of Alirajpur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 18 km from Alirajpur and around 18 km from Alirajpur. Mehni serves as the Gram Panchayat for Panala village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Panala is 505181. The village covers a total geographical area of 511.18 hectares and falls under the 457887 pincode. Alirajpur is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Panala village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Alirajpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ratlam Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Panala
According to the 2011 Census, Panala village had a total population of 621 people, including 301 males and 320 females, living in 105 households. The sex ratio was 1,063 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 10.59%, with male literacy at 9.75% and female literacy at 11.44%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 619.
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 | 621 | 301 | 320 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 149 | 65 | 84 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 619 | 300 | 319 |
| Literate Population | 50 | 23 | 27 |
| Illiterate Population | 571 | 278 | 293 |
Nearby Villages of Panala
Panala 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 Panala
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Panala.
| 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 Alirajpur to Panala is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Panala
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Panala village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Panala
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Panala 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 Panala
Where is Panala located?
Panala village is located in Katthiwara Tehsil, Alirajpur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Panala?
The Gram Panchayat of Panala is Mehni.
What is the pincode of Panala?
The pincode of Panala is 457887.
What is the population of Panala?
Panala had a total population of 621, including 301 males and 320 females.
How many households are there in Panala?
Panala had 105 households.
What is the literacy rate in Panala?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Panala was 10.59%. Male literacy was 9.75% and female literacy was 11.44%.