Penchi
Penchi is a village located in Chachaura tehsil of Guna district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 10km away from sub-district headquarter Chachaura (tehsildar office) and 68km away from district headquarter Guna. As per 2009 stats, Penchi village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Penchi unique in its vibrant Chachaura-Guna region. You’ll see Penchi’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Penchi
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Penchi is 499919. The village spans a total geographical area of 349 hectares. Chachaura-binaganj is nearest town to Penchi village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
When it comes to local governance, Penchi village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Chachoura Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Rajgarh Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Penchi
Population of Penchi
According to the 2011 Census, Penchi has a total population of about 2,689, with approximately 1,363 males and 1,326 females. The sex ratio is around 972 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 351 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 345 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population includes 1 person. The overall literacy rate is approximately 59.43%, with male literacy at about 69.55% and female literacy near 49.02%. There are around 582 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Penchi's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,689 | 1,363 | 1,326 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 351 | 193 | 158 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 345 | 178 | 167 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | N/A | 1 |
| Literate Population | 1,598 | 948 | 650 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,091 | 415 | 676 |
Connectivity of Penchi
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Penchi. As per the 2011 stats, Penchi had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within village |
Nearby Villages of Penchi
Knowing the nearby villages of Penchi helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Penchi.
Frequently Asked Questions about Penchi
- Where is Penchi located?
- Penchi village is situated in Chachaura Tehsil, within the Guna district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Penchi?
- Penchi serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Penchi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Penchi is 2,689, with 1,363 males and 1,326 females.
- How many households are there in Penchi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Penchi village has a total of 582 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Penchi as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Penchi is 59.43%. The male literacy rate is 69.55%, while the female literacy rate is 49.02%.