Paniya - Narsinghgarh, Rajgarh
Paniya is a village situated in the Narsinghgarh tehsil of Rajgarh district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 48 km from the tehsil headquarters in Narsinghgarh and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Rajgarh. Paniya village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Paniya is 480204. The village covers a total geographical area of 957.45 hectares and falls under the 465667 pincode. Pachore is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Paniya village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Narsinghgarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Rajgarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Paniya
As per Census 2011, Paniya village has a total population of 2,582 people, consisting of 1,313 males and 1,269 females. The village has 592 households and a sex ratio of 966 females per 1,000 males. There are 360 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,474 literate and 1,108 illiterate residents. Additionally, 410 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Paniya are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,582 | 1,313 | 1,269 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 360 | 198 | 162 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 410 | 203 | 207 |
| Literate Population | 1,474 | 861 | 613 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,108 | 452 | 656 |
Nearby Villages of Paniya
Paniya is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Paniya
Paniya is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Paniya.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Pachore to Paniya is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rajgarh to Paniya is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Paniya
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Paniya 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Paniya
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Paniya village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Paniya
Where is Paniya located?
Paniya village is located in Narsinghgarh Tehsil, Rajgarh district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Paniya?
Paniya is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Paniya?
The pincode of Paniya is 465667.
What is the population of Paniya?
Paniya has a total population of 2,582, including 1,313 males and 1,269 females.
How many households are there in Paniya?
There are 592 households in Paniya.
What is the literacy rate in Paniya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Paniya is 57.09%. Male literacy is 65.58% and female literacy is 48.31%.