Raiguwan - Amanganj, Panna
Raiguwan is a village situated in the Amanganj tehsil of Panna district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Amanganj and around 53 km from the district headquarters in Panna. Udla serves as the Gram Panchayat for Raiguwan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Raiguwan is 459148. The village covers a total geographical area of 547.32 hectares and falls under the 488441 pincode. Amanganj is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Raiguwan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pawai Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Khajuraho Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Raiguwan
As per Census 2011, Raiguwan village has a total population of 1,113 people, consisting of 597 males and 516 females. The village has 267 households and a sex ratio of 864 females per 1,000 males. There are 190 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 496 literate and 617 illiterate residents. Additionally, 165 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 159 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Raiguwan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,113 | 597 | 516 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 190 | 100 | 90 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 165 | 82 | 83 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 159 | 81 | 78 |
| Literate Population | 496 | 311 | 185 |
| Illiterate Population | 617 | 286 | 331 |
Nearby Villages of Raiguwan
Raiguwan 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sirsi | South-East | 1.88 km |
| Udla | North-East | 2.70 km |
| Patna Kalan | East | 3.01 km |
| Jaitpur | West | 3.26 km |
| Surajpura | South | 4.02 km |
| Sunwani Khurd | South-East | 4.26 km |
| Sata Budhasingh | South-East | 4.97 km |
| Simra Khurd | South | 5.66 km |
| Simra Kalan | South | 5.74 km |
| Rajpura | North | 5.90 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Raiguwan
Public transport in the Raiguwan is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Khajuraho, while the nearest airport is Khajuraho Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 38.8 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 Amanganj to Raiguwan is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Panna to Raiguwan is about 53 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Raiguwan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Raiguwan 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Raiguwan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Raiguwan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Raiguwan
Where is Raiguwan located?
Raiguwan village is located in Amanganj Tehsil, Panna district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Raiguwan?
The Gram Panchayat of Raiguwan is Udla.
What is the pincode of Raiguwan?
The pincode of Raiguwan is 488441.
What is the population of Raiguwan?
Raiguwan has a total population of 1,113, including 597 males and 516 females.
How many households are there in Raiguwan?
There are 267 households in Raiguwan.
What is the literacy rate in Raiguwan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Raiguwan is 44.56%. Male literacy is 52.09% and female literacy is 35.85%.