Panjara - Mauda, Nagpur
Panjara is a village situated in the Mauda tehsil of Nagpur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 29 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mauda and around 64 km from the district headquarters in Nagpur. Aadasa serves as the Gram Panchayat for Panjara village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Panjara is 535687. The village covers a total geographical area of 293 hectares and falls under the 441106 pincode. Bhandara is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Panjara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kamthi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ramtek Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Panjara
As per Census 2011, Panjara village has a total population of 452 people, consisting of 245 males and 207 females. The village has 105 households and a sex ratio of 844 females per 1,000 males. There are 44 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 355 literate and 97 illiterate residents. Additionally, 151 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 4 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Panjara are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 452 | 245 | 207 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 44 | 27 | 17 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 151 | 84 | 67 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 355 | 201 | 154 |
| Illiterate Population | 97 | 44 | 53 |
Nearby Villages of Panjara
Panjara 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Shiwani | North-West | 1.77 km |
| Adasa | North-East | 1.78 km |
| Ghotmundhari | North-West | 2.45 km |
| Chikhalabodi | South | 2.47 km |
| Dahegaon | South-West | 2.82 km |
| Hattidohi | East | 3.21 km |
| Bhowari | South-West | 3.36 km |
| Dholmara | North-West | 3.97 km |
| Khat | North | 4.14 km |
| Deomundhari | North | 4.31 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Panjara
Panjara is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Khat, while the nearest airport is Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 41.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhandara to Panjara is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Nagpur to Panjara is about 64 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Panjara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Panjara village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Panjara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Panjara 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 Panjara
Where is Panjara located?
Panjara village is located in Mauda Tehsil, Nagpur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Panjara?
The Gram Panchayat of Panjara is Aadasa.
What is the pincode of Panjara?
The pincode of Panjara is 441106.
What is the population of Panjara?
Panjara has a total population of 452, including 245 males and 207 females.
How many households are there in Panjara?
There are 105 households in Panjara.
What is the literacy rate in Panjara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Panjara is 78.54%. Male literacy is 82.04% and female literacy is 74.40%.