Panwa - Gandhwani, Dhar
Panwa is a village situated in the Gandhwani tehsil of Dhar district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gandhwani and around 80 km from the district headquarters in Dhar. Panwa village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Panwa is 475316. The village covers a total geographical area of 1405.38 hectares and falls under the 454446 pincode. Manawar is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Panwa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Panwa
As per Census 2011, Panwa village has a total population of 3,952 people, consisting of 1,969 males and 1,983 females. The village has 689 households and a sex ratio of 1,007 females per 1,000 males. There are 616 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,794 literate and 2,158 illiterate residents. Additionally, 41 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 3,820 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Panwa are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,952 | 1,969 | 1,983 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 616 | 333 | 283 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 41 | 21 | 20 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3,820 | 1,897 | 1,923 |
| Literate Population | 1,794 | 1,014 | 780 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,158 | 955 | 1,203 |
Nearby Villages of Panwa
Panwa 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Lakhankot | South-West | 2.33 km |
| Vasli | North-West | 2.44 km |
| Bariya | North-East | 2.48 km |
| Tongaon | West | 2.65 km |
| Kalwani | South | 2.79 km |
| Bapdud | South-East | 3.16 km |
| Gandhwani | North | 3.38 km |
| Kabarwa | South-West | 3.89 km |
| Satumari | North | 4.09 km |
| Malhera | North | 4.35 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Panwa
Panwa is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Nahargarh, while the nearest airport is Devi Ahilyabai Holkar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 77.6 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 Manawar to Panwa is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Dhar to Panwa is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Panwa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Panwa village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Panwa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Panwa village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Panwa
Where is Panwa located?
Panwa village is located in Gandhwani Tehsil, Dhar district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Panwa?
Panwa is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Panwa?
The pincode of Panwa is 454446.
What is the population of Panwa?
Panwa has a total population of 3,952, including 1,969 males and 1,983 females.
How many households are there in Panwa?
There are 689 households in Panwa.
What is the literacy rate in Panwa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Panwa is 45.39%. Male literacy is 51.50% and female literacy is 39.33%.