Panjra - Seoni
Panjra is a village situated in the Seoni tehsil of Seoni district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 28 km from Seoni, which serves as both the tehsil and district headquarters. Jam serves as the Gram Panchayat for Panjra village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Panjra is 496646. The village covers a total geographical area of 503.74 hectares and falls under the 480661 pincode. Seoni is the nearest town, located about 28 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 Seoni Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Balaghat Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Panjra
As per Census 2011, Panjra village has a total population of 726 people, consisting of 364 males and 362 females. The village has 150 households and a sex ratio of 994 females per 1,000 males. There are 116 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 438 literate and 288 illiterate residents. Additionally, 183 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 68 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Panjra are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 726 | 364 | 362 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 116 | 59 | 57 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 183 | 92 | 91 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 68 | 37 | 31 |
| Literate Population | 438 | 249 | 189 |
| Illiterate Population | 288 | 115 | 173 |
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, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Seoni to Panjra is about 28 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 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 >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 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) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Panjra
Where is Panjra located?
Panjra village is located in Seoni Tehsil, Seoni district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Panjra?
The Gram Panchayat of Panjra is Jam.
What is the pincode of Panjra?
The pincode of Panjra is 480661.
What is the population of Panjra?
Panjra has a total population of 726, including 364 males and 362 females.
How many households are there in Panjra?
There are 150 households in Panjra.
What is the literacy rate in Panjra?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Panjra is 60.33%. Male literacy is 68.41% and female literacy is 52.21%.