Pangra - Khandwa, Khandwa (East Nimar)
Pangra is a village situated in the Khandwa tehsil of Khandwa (East Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 39 km from Khandwa, which serves as both the tehsil and district headquarters. Pangra village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pangra is 505862. The village covers a total geographical area of 1741.82 hectares and falls under the 450332 pincode. Khandwa is the nearest town, located about 39 km away.
Pangra village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pandhana Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Khandwa Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Pangra
As per Census 2011, Pangra village has a total population of 2,286 people, consisting of 1,170 males and 1,116 females. The village has 438 households and a sex ratio of 953 females per 1,000 males. There are 398 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,120 literate and 1,166 illiterate residents. Additionally, 24 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,205 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Pangra are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,286 | 1,170 | 1,116 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 398 | 211 | 187 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 24 | 14 | 10 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,205 | 622 | 583 |
| Literate Population | 1,120 | 656 | 464 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,166 | 514 | 652 |
Nearby Villages of Pangra
Pangra 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 Pangra
Pangra is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Khandwa to Pangra is about 39 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Pangra
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pangra 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Pangra
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pangra village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Pangra
Where is Pangra located?
Pangra village is located in Khandwa Tehsil, Khandwa (East Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pangra?
Pangra is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Pangra?
The pincode of Pangra is 450332.
What is the population of Pangra?
Pangra has a total population of 2,286, including 1,170 males and 1,116 females.
How many households are there in Pangra?
There are 438 households in Pangra.
What is the literacy rate in Pangra?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pangra is 48.99%. Male literacy is 56.07% and female literacy is 41.58%.