Panigaon - Kannod, Dewas
Panigaon is a village situated in the Kannod tehsil of Dewas district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kannod and around 100 km from the district headquarters in Dewas. Panigoan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Panigaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Panigaon is 473721. The village covers a total geographical area of 2225.16 hectares and falls under the 455440 pincode. Kannod is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Panigaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Khategaon Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Vidisha Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Panigaon
As per Census 2011, Panigaon village has a total population of 6,441 people, consisting of 3,236 males and 3,205 females. The village has 1,446 households and a sex ratio of 990 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,140 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,293 literate and 3,148 illiterate residents. Additionally, 606 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 3,225 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Panigaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,441 | 3,236 | 3,205 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,140 | 581 | 559 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 606 | 292 | 314 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3,225 | 1,592 | 1,633 |
| Literate Population | 3,293 | 1,876 | 1,417 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,148 | 1,360 | 1,788 |
Nearby Villages of Panigaon
Panigaon 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bijwad | South | 2.50 km |
| Kheri | North-West | 2.84 km |
| Hatnori | East | 2.85 km |
| Mawada | North | 3.77 km |
| Kalapatha | South-West | 3.84 km |
| Hatnora | West | 4.10 km |
| Maljipura | South-East | 5.27 km |
| Mahudiya | East | 5.42 km |
| Borani | South-West | 6.09 km |
| Bawdikheda | North-East | 6.45 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Panigaon
Panigaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Dewas, while the nearest airport is Devi Ahilyabai Holkar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 64.6 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 Kannod to Panigaon is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Dewas to Panigaon is about 100 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Panigaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Panigaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Panigaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Panigaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Panigaon
Where is Panigaon located?
Panigaon village is located in Kannod Tehsil, Dewas district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Panigaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Panigaon is Panigoan.
What is the pincode of Panigaon?
The pincode of Panigaon is 455440.
What is the population of Panigaon?
Panigaon has a total population of 6,441, including 3,236 males and 3,205 females.
How many households are there in Panigaon?
There are 1,446 households in Panigaon.
What is the literacy rate in Panigaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Panigaon is 51.13%. Male literacy is 57.97% and female literacy is 44.21%.