Paijanwadi - Parasia, Chhindwara
Paijanwadi is a village situated in the Parasia tehsil of Chhindwara district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Parasia and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Chhindwara. Karidongari serves as the Gram Panchayat for Paijanwadi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Paijanwadi is 494706. The village covers a total geographical area of 258.39 hectares and falls under the 480557 pincode. Dongar Parasia is the nearest town.
Paijanwadi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Paijanwadi
According to the 2011 Census, Paijanwadi village had a total population of 167 people, including 83 males and 84 females, living in 43 households. The sex ratio was 1,012 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 71.81%, with male literacy at 73.68% and female literacy at 69.86%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 158.
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 | 167 | 83 | 84 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 18 | 7 | 11 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 158 | 78 | 80 |
| Literate Population | 107 | 56 | 51 |
| Illiterate Population | 60 | 27 | 33 |
Nearby Villages of Paijanwadi
Paijanwadi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Semartal | East | 1.23 km |
| Kari Dongri | South-West | 1.49 km |
| Harra Het | South | 1.75 km |
| Pathakhuri | North-West | 1.83 km |
| Kirwari | South | 2.50 km |
| Paijanwada | South-East | 3.11 km |
| Titra | North-East | 3.14 km |
| Seregaon Khurd | South-West | 3.27 km |
| Lonapathar | North-West | 3.54 km |
| Parasia Gauli | South | 3.73 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Paijanwadi
Paijanwadi is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Parasia, while the nearest airport is Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 104.6 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 Chhindwara to Paijanwadi is about 40 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Paijanwadi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Paijanwadi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Paijanwadi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Paijanwadi 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 Paijanwadi
Where is Paijanwadi located?
Paijanwadi village is located in Parasia Tehsil, Chhindwara district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Paijanwadi?
The Gram Panchayat of Paijanwadi is Karidongari.
What is the pincode of Paijanwadi?
The pincode of Paijanwadi is 480557.
What is the population of Paijanwadi?
Paijanwadi had a total population of 167, including 83 males and 84 females.
How many households are there in Paijanwadi?
Paijanwadi had 43 households.
What is the literacy rate in Paijanwadi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Paijanwadi was 71.81%. Male literacy was 73.68% and female literacy was 69.86%.