Penpur - Gogaon, Khargone (West Nimar)
Penpur is a village situated in the Gogaon tehsil of Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 40 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gogaon and around 16 km from the district headquarters in Khargone. Penpur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Penpur is 477653. The village covers a total geographical area of 868.24 hectares and falls under the 451441 pincode. Khargone is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Penpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bhagwanpura Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Khargone Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Penpur
According to the 2011 Census, Penpur village had a total population of 2,173 people, including 1,105 males and 1,068 females, living in 404 households. The sex ratio was 967 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.76%, with male literacy at 82.69% and female literacy at 58.12%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 52, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1,196.
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 | 2,173 | 1,105 | 1,068 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 309 | 146 | 163 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 52 | 27 | 25 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,196 | 603 | 593 |
| Literate Population | 1,319 | 793 | 526 |
| Illiterate Population | 854 | 312 | 542 |
Nearby Villages of Penpur
Penpur 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 Penpur
Penpur 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 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Khargone to Penpur is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Penpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Penpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Penpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Penpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Penpur
Where is Penpur located?
Penpur village is located in Gogaon Tehsil, Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Penpur?
Penpur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Penpur?
The pincode of Penpur is 451441.
What is the population of Penpur?
Penpur had a total population of 2,173, including 1,105 males and 1,068 females.
How many households are there in Penpur?
Penpur had 404 households.
What is the literacy rate in Penpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Penpur was 70.76%. Male literacy was 82.69% and female literacy was 58.12%.