Panwa - Kasrawad, Khargone (West Nimar)
Panwa is a village situated in the Kasrawad tehsil of Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 19 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kasrawad and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Khargone. Khal Bujurg serves as the Gram Panchayat for Panwa village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Panwa is 477101. The village covers a total geographical area of 408.6 hectares and falls under the 451449 pincode. Dhamnod is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Panwa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kasrawad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Khargone Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Panwa
According to the 2011 Census, Panwa village had a total population of 1,595 people, including 805 males and 790 females, living in 357 households. The sex ratio was 981 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 50.39%, with male literacy at 58.91% and female literacy at 41.75%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 119, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 903.
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 | 1,595 | 805 | 790 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 325 | 165 | 160 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 119 | 66 | 53 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 903 | 451 | 452 |
| Literate Population | 640 | 377 | 263 |
| Illiterate Population | 955 | 428 | 527 |
Nearby Villages of Panwa
Panwa 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 Panwa
Public transport in the Panwa is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Dhamnod to Panwa is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Khargone to Panwa is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 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 >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 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 >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Panwa
Where is Panwa located?
Panwa village is located in Kasrawad Tehsil, Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Panwa?
The Gram Panchayat of Panwa is Khal Bujurg.
What is the pincode of Panwa?
The pincode of Panwa is 451449.
What is the population of Panwa?
Panwa had a total population of 1,595, including 805 males and 790 females.
How many households are there in Panwa?
Panwa had 357 households.
What is the literacy rate in Panwa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Panwa was 50.39%. Male literacy was 58.91% and female literacy was 41.75%.