Paunar Khurd - Barghat, Seoni
Paunar Khurd is a village situated in the Barghat tehsil of Seoni district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Barghat and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Seoni. Pounarkalan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Paunar Khurd village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Paunar Khurd is 496959. The village covers a total geographical area of 194 hectares and falls under the 480667 pincode. Barghat is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Paunar Khurd village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Paunar Khurd
According to the 2011 Census, Paunar Khurd village had a total population of 743 people, including 369 males and 374 females, living in 159 households. The sex ratio was 1,014 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 54.49%, with male literacy at 63.61% and female literacy at 45.45%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 16, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 454.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 743 | 369 | 374 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 108 | 53 | 55 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 16 | 8 | 8 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 454 | 226 | 228 |
| Literate Population | 346 | 201 | 145 |
| Illiterate Population | 397 | 168 | 229 |
Nearby Villages of Paunar Khurd
Paunar Khurd 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 Paunar Khurd
Paunar Khurd is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Barghat to Paunar Khurd is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Seoni to Paunar Khurd is about 40 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Paunar Khurd
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Paunar Khurd village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Paunar Khurd
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Paunar Khurd village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Paunar Khurd
Where is Paunar Khurd located?
Paunar Khurd village is located in Barghat Tehsil, Seoni district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Paunar Khurd?
The Gram Panchayat of Paunar Khurd is Pounarkalan.
What is the pincode of Paunar Khurd?
The pincode of Paunar Khurd is 480667.
What is the population of Paunar Khurd?
Paunar Khurd had a total population of 743, including 369 males and 374 females.
How many households are there in Paunar Khurd?
Paunar Khurd had 159 households.
What is the literacy rate in Paunar Khurd?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Paunar Khurd was 54.49%. Male literacy was 63.61% and female literacy was 45.45%.