Panagar - Gadarwara, Narsimhapur
Panagar is a village situated in the Gadarwara tehsil of Narsimhapur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 24 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gadarwara and around 69 km from the district headquarters in Narsimhapur. Panagar village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Panagar is 490852. The village covers a total geographical area of 1593.6 hectares and falls under the 487771 pincode. Gadarwara is the nearest town, located about 24 km away.
Panagar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gadarwara Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hoshangabad Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Panagar
As per Census 2011, Panagar village has a total population of 3,187 people, consisting of 1,693 males and 1,494 females. The village has 724 households and a sex ratio of 882 females per 1,000 males. There are 498 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,565 literate and 1,622 illiterate residents. Additionally, 347 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 28 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Panagar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,187 | 1,693 | 1,494 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 498 | 259 | 239 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 347 | 185 | 162 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 28 | 13 | 15 |
| Literate Population | 1,565 | 959 | 606 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,622 | 734 | 888 |
Nearby Villages of Panagar
Panagar is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Malhanwada | West | 2.63 km |
| Khapa Khurd | South | 3.48 km |
| Adegaon Kalan | North-East | 3.60 km |
| Sahawan | East | 3.68 km |
| Baharwan | West | 3.68 km |
| Keshla | South-East | 3.84 km |
| Padariya | North-West | 4.10 km |
| Junheta | South | 4.95 km |
| Arjungaon | South-East | 5.03 km |
| Podar | North-East | 5.24 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Panagar
Panagar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Junehta, while the nearest airport is Raja Bhoj International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 112.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Gadarwara to Panagar is about 24 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Narsimhapur to Panagar is about 69 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Panagar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Panagar 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Panagar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Panagar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Panagar
Where is Panagar located?
Panagar village is located in Gadarwara Tehsil, Narsimhapur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Panagar?
Panagar is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Panagar?
The pincode of Panagar is 487771.
What is the population of Panagar?
Panagar has a total population of 3,187, including 1,693 males and 1,494 females.
How many households are there in Panagar?
There are 724 households in Panagar.
What is the literacy rate in Panagar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Panagar is 49.11%. Male literacy is 56.65% and female literacy is 40.56%.