Panjra - Khairlanji, Balaghat
Panjra is a village situated in the Khairlanji tehsil of Balaghat district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 28 km from the tehsil headquarters in Khairlanji and around 55 km from the district headquarters in Balaghat. Panjara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Panjra village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Panjra is 497474. The village covers a total geographical area of 349.25 hectares and falls under the 481337 pincode. Katangi is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Panjra village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Katangi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Balaghat Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Panjra
As per Census 2011, Panjra village has a total population of 2,069 people, consisting of 1,003 males and 1,066 females. The village has 473 households and a sex ratio of 1,062 females per 1,000 males. There are 248 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,416 literate and 653 illiterate residents. Additionally, 199 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Panjra are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,069 | 1,003 | 1,066 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 248 | 114 | 134 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 199 | 98 | 101 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Literate Population | 1,416 | 773 | 643 |
| Illiterate Population | 653 | 230 | 423 |
Nearby Villages of Panjra
Panjra 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 Panjra
Panjra is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Panjra.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Katangi to Panjra is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Balaghat to Panjra is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Panjra
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Panjra village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Panjra
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Panjra village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Panjra
Where is Panjra located?
Panjra village is located in Khairlanji Tehsil, Balaghat district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Panjra?
The Gram Panchayat of Panjra is Panjara.
What is the pincode of Panjra?
The pincode of Panjra is 481337.
What is the population of Panjra?
Panjra has a total population of 2,069, including 1,003 males and 1,066 females.
How many households are there in Panjra?
There are 473 households in Panjra.
What is the literacy rate in Panjra?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Panjra is 68.44%. Male literacy is 77.07% and female literacy is 60.32%.