Papawani East - Prithvipur, Niwari
Papawani East is a village situated in the Prithvipur tehsil of Niwari district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 28 km from Prithvipur and around 70 km from Tikamgarh. Atarra serves as the Gram Panchayat for Papawani East village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Papawani East is 456574. The village covers a total geographical area of 351.11 hectares and falls under the 472337 pincode. Prithvipur is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Papawani East village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Niwari Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tikamgarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Papawani East
As per Census 2011, Papawani East village has a total population of 668 people, consisting of 358 males and 310 females. The village has 126 households and a sex ratio of 865 females per 1,000 males. There are 105 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 343 literate and 325 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Papawani East are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 668 | 358 | 310 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 105 | 56 | 49 |
| Literate Population | 343 | 222 | 121 |
| Illiterate Population | 325 | 136 | 189 |
Nearby Villages of Papawani East
Papawani East 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Vishanpura Bhata | East | 1.44 km |
| Papawani Khas | West | 1.49 km |
| Banyani | South | 1.59 km |
| Atarra | North-East | 2.43 km |
| Neguwan Khas | North | 2.86 km |
| Sunrai Bhata | West | 3.16 km |
| Sunrai Khas | West | 3.19 km |
| Mahua Bag | South | 3.20 km |
| Ladwari Khas | South-East | 3.65 km |
| Jaitwara | North-East | 3.74 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Papawani East
Papawani East is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Barwa Sagar, while the nearest airport is Gwalior Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 103.0 km.
| 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 Prithvipur to Papawani East is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Tikamgarh to Papawani East is about 70 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 Papawani East
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Papawani East village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Papawani East
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Papawani East village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Papawani East
Where is Papawani East located?
Papawani East village is located in Prithvipur Tehsil, Niwari district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Papawani East?
The Gram Panchayat of Papawani East is Atarra.
What is the pincode of Papawani East?
The pincode of Papawani East is 472337.
What is the population of Papawani East?
Papawani East has a total population of 668, including 358 males and 310 females.
How many households are there in Papawani East?
There are 126 households in Papawani East.
What is the literacy rate in Papawani East?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Papawani East is 51.35%. Male literacy is 62.01% and female literacy is 39.03%.