Panjra - Narsinghgarh, Rajgarh
Panjra is a village situated in the Narsinghgarh tehsil of Rajgarh district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Narsinghgarh and around 75 km from the district headquarters in Rajgarh. Panjra village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Panjra is 480122. The village covers a total geographical area of 215.09 hectares and falls under the 465669 pincode. Narsinghgarh is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Panjra village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Biaora Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Rajgarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Panjra
As per Census 2011, Panjra village has a total population of 733 people, consisting of 382 males and 351 females. The village has 166 households and a sex ratio of 918 females per 1,000 males. There are 112 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 289 literate and 444 illiterate residents. Additionally, 41 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Panjra are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 733 | 382 | 351 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 112 | 65 | 47 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 41 | 22 | 19 |
| Literate Population | 289 | 190 | 99 |
| Illiterate Population | 444 | 192 | 252 |
Nearby Villages of Panjra
Panjra 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 Panjra
Panjra is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village.
| 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 Narsinghgarh to Panjra is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rajgarh to Panjra is about 75 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Panjra
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Panjra 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Panjra
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Panjra 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 Panjra
Where is Panjra located?
Panjra village is located in Narsinghgarh Tehsil, Rajgarh district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Panjra?
Panjra is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Panjra?
The pincode of Panjra is 465669.
What is the population of Panjra?
Panjra has a total population of 733, including 382 males and 351 females.
How many households are there in Panjra?
There are 166 households in Panjra.
What is the literacy rate in Panjra?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Panjra is 39.43%. Male literacy is 49.74% and female literacy is 28.21%.