Panawar - Kurwai, Vidisha
Panawar is a village situated in the Kurwai tehsil of Vidisha district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kurwai and around 75 km from the district headquarters in Vidisha. Pnabar (hinota) serves as the Gram Panchayat for Panawar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Panawar is 480996. The village covers a total geographical area of 368.34 hectares and falls under the 464224 pincode. Kurwai is the nearest town, located about 6 km away.
Panawar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Panawar
As per Census 2011, Panawar village has a total population of 456 people, consisting of 236 males and 220 females. The village has 82 households and a sex ratio of 932 females per 1,000 males. There are 68 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 310 literate and 146 illiterate residents. Additionally, 37 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 20 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Panawar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 456 | 236 | 220 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 68 | 40 | 28 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 37 | 17 | 20 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 20 | 10 | 10 |
| Literate Population | 310 | 176 | 134 |
| Illiterate Population | 146 | 60 | 86 |
Nearby Villages of Panawar
Panawar 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Awakhedi | South-East | 1.81 km |
| Najafpur | North | 2.40 km |
| Nahi | East | 2.44 km |
| Keshopur | South | 2.67 km |
| Hinota | North-West | 2.81 km |
| Khajrod | South | 3.61 km |
| Barual | South-East | 3.61 km |
| Baretha | South-West | 3.66 km |
| Talapar | South-East | 3.68 km |
| Rajpur | North-East | 3.82 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Panawar
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Panawar. The nearest railway station is Kurwai Kethora, while the nearest airport is Raja Bhoj International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 95.6 km.
| 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 | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kurwai to Panawar is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Vidisha to Panawar 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 Panawar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Panawar 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Panawar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Panawar 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 Panawar
Where is Panawar located?
Panawar village is located in Kurwai Tehsil, Vidisha district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Panawar?
The Gram Panchayat of Panawar is Pnabar (hinota).
What is the pincode of Panawar?
The pincode of Panawar is 464224.
What is the population of Panawar?
Panawar has a total population of 456, including 236 males and 220 females.
How many households are there in Panawar?
There are 82 households in Panawar.
What is the literacy rate in Panawar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Panawar is 67.98%. Male literacy is 74.58% and female literacy is 60.91%.