Panwa - Rajpur, Barwani
Panwa is a village situated in the Rajpur tehsil of Barwani district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Rajpur and around 52 km from the district headquarters in Barwani. Panwa village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Panwa is 478330. The village covers a total geographical area of 1181.26 hectares and falls under the 451449 pincode. Rajpur is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Panwa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rajpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Khargone Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Panwa
According to the 2011 Census, Panwa village had a total population of 2,877 people, including 1,441 males and 1,436 females, living in 450 households. The sex ratio was 997 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 48.13%, with male literacy at 57.29% and female literacy at 38.88%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 2,869.
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 | 2,877 | 1,441 | 1,436 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 679 | 336 | 343 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2,869 | 1,434 | 1,435 |
| Literate Population | 1,058 | 633 | 425 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,819 | 808 | 1,011 |
Nearby Villages of Panwa
Panwa 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Balsamund | South | 1.64 km |
| Deola | North | 2.25 km |
| Gawha | North-West | 2.62 km |
| Matmur | South | 3.23 km |
| Haldad | North | 3.62 km |
| Sangwi(bhulgaon) | North-East | 4.16 km |
| Takli | South-East | 5.01 km |
| Temla(panwa) | South-West | 5.21 km |
| Naded | South-East | 5.24 km |
| Salikalan | South | 5.40 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Panwa
Panwa is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Sindkheda, while the nearest airport is Jalgaon Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 85.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Rajpur to Panwa is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Barwani to Panwa is about 52 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Panwa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Panwa village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Panwa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Panwa village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Panwa
Where is Panwa located?
Panwa village is located in Rajpur Tehsil, Barwani district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Panwa?
Panwa is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Panwa?
The pincode of Panwa is 451449.
What is the population of Panwa?
Panwa had a total population of 2,877, including 1,441 males and 1,436 females.
How many households are there in Panwa?
Panwa had 450 households.
What is the literacy rate in Panwa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Panwa was 48.13%. Male literacy was 57.29% and female literacy was 38.88%.