Panda - Badnawar, Dhar
Panda is a village situated in the Badnawar tehsil of Dhar district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 38 km from the tehsil headquarters in Badnawar and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Dhar. Phuledi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Panda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Panda is 474474. The village covers a total geographical area of 646.96 hectares and falls under the 454001 pincode. Badnawar is the nearest town, located about 38 km away.
Panda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Panda
According to the 2011 Census, Panda village had a total population of 954 people, including 486 males and 468 females, living in 210 households. The sex ratio was 963 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 52.87%, with male literacy at 62.84% and female literacy at 42.89%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 15, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 630.
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 | 954 | 486 | 468 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 152 | 85 | 67 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 15 | 9 | 6 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 630 | 313 | 317 |
| Literate Population | 424 | 252 | 172 |
| Illiterate Population | 530 | 234 | 296 |
Nearby Villages of Panda
Panda 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 Panda
Panda is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Badnawar to Panda is about 38 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Dhar to Panda 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 Panda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Panda 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Panda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Panda 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 Panda
Where is Panda located?
Panda village is located in Badnawar Tehsil, Dhar district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Panda?
The Gram Panchayat of Panda is Phuledi.
What is the pincode of Panda?
The pincode of Panda is 454001.
What is the population of Panda?
Panda had a total population of 954, including 486 males and 468 females.
How many households are there in Panda?
Panda had 210 households.
What is the literacy rate in Panda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Panda was 52.87%. Male literacy was 62.84% and female literacy was 42.89%.