Panya - Ghuwara, Chhatarpur
Panya is a village situated in the Ghuwara tehsil of Chhatarpur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ghuwara and around 90 km from the district headquarters in Chhatarpur. Panya village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Panya is 458231. The village covers a total geographical area of 102.57 hectares and falls under the 471313 pincode. Ghuwara is the nearest town, located about 4 km away.
Panya village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Panya
As per Census 2011, Panya village has a total population of 1,235 people, consisting of 643 males and 592 females. The village has 269 households and a sex ratio of 920 females per 1,000 males. There are 204 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 580 literate and 655 illiterate residents. Additionally, 188 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 448 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Panya are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,235 | 643 | 592 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 204 | 100 | 104 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 188 | 95 | 93 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 448 | 231 | 217 |
| Literate Population | 580 | 353 | 227 |
| Illiterate Population | 655 | 290 | 365 |
Nearby Villages of Panya
Panya 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 Panya
Panya is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ghuwara to Panya is about 4 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chhatarpur to Panya is about 90 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Panya
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Panya 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 Panya
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Panya 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Panya
Where is Panya located?
Panya village is located in Ghuwara Tehsil, Chhatarpur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Panya?
Panya is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Panya?
The pincode of Panya is 471313.
What is the population of Panya?
Panya has a total population of 1,235, including 643 males and 592 females.
How many households are there in Panya?
There are 269 households in Panya.
What is the literacy rate in Panya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Panya is 46.96%. Male literacy is 54.90% and female literacy is 38.34%.