Panjaraya - Sendhwa, Barwani
Panjaraya is a village situated in the Sendhwa tehsil of Barwani district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 26 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sendhwa and around 95 km from the district headquarters in Barwani. Panjriya serves as the Gram Panchayat for Panjaraya village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Panjaraya is 478620. The village covers a total geographical area of 224.83 hectares and falls under the 451666 pincode. Sendhwa is the nearest town, located about 26 km away.
Panjaraya village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sendhawa Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Khargone Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Panjaraya
As per Census 2011, Panjaraya village has a total population of 3,281 people, consisting of 1,654 males and 1,627 females. The village has 533 households and a sex ratio of 983 females per 1,000 males. There are 745 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 777 literate and 2,504 illiterate residents. Additionally, 236 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 3,038 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Panjaraya are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,281 | 1,654 | 1,627 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 745 | 394 | 351 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 236 | 116 | 120 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3,038 | 1,533 | 1,505 |
| Literate Population | 777 | 420 | 357 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,504 | 1,234 | 1,270 |
Nearby Villages of Panjaraya
Panjaraya 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Rajgarh | North-West | 2.41 km |
| Jhiree Jamli | South-East | 2.50 km |
| Kamodwada | West | 2.50 km |
| Dhanori | South-West | 3.14 km |
| Pipalyadev | West | 4.70 km |
| Dhanora | South-West | 5.12 km |
| Padchha | South-East | 5.83 km |
| Langadi Mohadi | South | 5.88 km |
| Kolkheda | West | 6.07 km |
| Jhapadipadla | North-West | 6.84 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Panjaraya
Public transport in the Panjaraya is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Bhortex, while the nearest airport is Jalgaon Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 69.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Sendhwa to Panjaraya is about 26 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Barwani to Panjaraya is about 95 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Panjaraya
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Panjaraya 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 Panjaraya
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Panjaraya 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 Panjaraya
Where is Panjaraya located?
Panjaraya village is located in Sendhwa Tehsil, Barwani district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Panjaraya?
The Gram Panchayat of Panjaraya is Panjriya.
What is the pincode of Panjaraya?
The pincode of Panjaraya is 451666.
What is the population of Panjaraya?
Panjaraya has a total population of 3,281, including 1,654 males and 1,627 females.
How many households are there in Panjaraya?
There are 533 households in Panjaraya.
What is the literacy rate in Panjaraya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Panjaraya is 23.68%. Male literacy is 25.39% and female literacy is 21.94%.