Penpur
Penpur is a village located in Gogaon tehsil of Khargone district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 40km away from sub-district headquarter Gogaon (tehsildar office) and 16km away from district headquarter Khargone. As per 2009 stats, Penpur village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Penpur unique in its vibrant Gogaon-Khargone region. You’ll see Penpur’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 Penpur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Penpur is 477653. The village spans a total geographical area of 868.24 hectares. Khargone is nearest town to Penpur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 16km away.
When it comes to local governance, Penpur 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 Bhagwanpura Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Khargone Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Penpur
Population of Penpur
According to the 2011 Census, Penpur has a total population of about 2,173, with approximately 1,105 males and 1,068 females. The sex ratio is around 966 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 309 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 52 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 1,196. The overall literacy rate is approximately 60.70%, with male literacy at about 71.76% and female literacy near 49.25%. There are around 404 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Penpur's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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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 |
Connectivity of Penpur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Penpur. As per the 2011 stats, Penpur had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Penpur
Knowing the nearby villages of Penpur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Penpur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Penpur
- Where is Penpur located?
- Penpur village is situated in Gogaon Tehsil, within the Khargone district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Penpur?
- Penpur serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Penpur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Penpur is 2,173, with 1,105 males and 1,068 females.
- How many households are there in Penpur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Penpur village has a total of 404 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Penpur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Penpur is 60.70%. The male literacy rate is 71.76%, while the female literacy rate is 49.25%.