Raigwan - Shahnagar, Panna
Raigwan is a village situated in the Shahnagar tehsil of Panna district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Shahnagar and around 95 km from the district headquarters in Panna. Raiguwan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Raigwan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Raigwan is 459360. The village covers a total geographical area of 655.41 hectares and falls under the 488448 pincode. Katni is the nearest town, located about 45 km away.
Raigwan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Raigwan
As per Census 2011, Raigwan village has a total population of 1,689 people, consisting of 878 males and 811 females. The village has 308 households and a sex ratio of 923 females per 1,000 males. There are 288 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 840 literate and 849 illiterate residents. Additionally, 894 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 336 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Raigwan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,689 | 878 | 811 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 288 | 141 | 147 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 894 | 461 | 433 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 336 | 179 | 157 |
| Literate Population | 840 | 482 | 358 |
| Illiterate Population | 849 | 396 | 453 |
Nearby Villages of Raigwan
Raigwan 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Budhrod | South-East | 2.17 km |
| Pagra Surbhum | North | 2.22 km |
| Kharra | South-West | 3.29 km |
| Imaliya | East | 3.58 km |
| Pipariya Raghunath | North-East | 3.71 km |
| Parasi | West | 3.79 km |
| Bhadra | South-East | 4.07 km |
| Sunpura | North-West | 4.39 km |
| Ragoli | South | 4.67 km |
| Jhirmila Kariyapani | North-East | 5.32 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Raigwan
Raigwan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Patohan, while the nearest airport is Khajuraho Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 68.2 km.
| 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 Katni to Raigwan is about 45 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Panna to Raigwan is about 95 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Raigwan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Raigwan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Raigwan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Raigwan 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 Raigwan
Where is Raigwan located?
Raigwan village is located in Shahnagar Tehsil, Panna district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Raigwan?
The Gram Panchayat of Raigwan is Raiguwan.
What is the pincode of Raigwan?
The pincode of Raigwan is 488448.
What is the population of Raigwan?
Raigwan has a total population of 1,689, including 878 males and 811 females.
How many households are there in Raigwan?
There are 308 households in Raigwan.
What is the literacy rate in Raigwan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Raigwan is 49.73%. Male literacy is 54.90% and female literacy is 44.14%.