 | Panna | |
About the District
Panna is located in the north-eastern part of Madhya Pradesh with the headquarters at Panna town. It forms the northern district of Sagar division.
Originally a Gond settlement up to the 13th century, Panna was made the capital by Raja Chhatrasal Bundela. Panna was a part of the new Indian state of Vindhya Pradesh which was merged into Madhya Pradesh on 1st November 1956.
The only diamond city of India, Panna has Rolling Meadows dotted with evergreen trees, rocks, hills and forests. Panna is famous for its temples which strike a very fine blend of Hindu and Muslim architecture. With a sanctuary for rare wild life and avifauna and a diamond mine, Panna has been transformed to a city of natural beauty and eternal serenity.
Attractions
Panna National Park, the Ken River and the vertical rocks.
Facts & Figures
| Year of Formation | 1950 |
| Area | 7,135 sq. km |
| Latitude | 23°45" N to 25° 10" N |
| Longitude | 79° 45' E to 80° 40' E |
| Population (2001) | 854235 |
| Males | 447923 |
| Females | 406312 |
| Sex Ratio | 907 females per 1000 males |
| LiteracyRate | 61.61% |
| No. of Blocks | 05 |
| No. of Towns | 06 |
| Average rainfall | 1048 |
| Postal Code | 488001 |
| STD Code | 07732 |
How to Reach
By Air : Khajuraho is the nearest airport to Panna (45 km). There is direct air links from khajuraho to New Delhi, Bhopal and few other cities.
By Rail : The nearest Railway station is Satna which is directly linked to Bhopal, Jabalpurand Delhi. The distance between Panna and Satna is only about 70 km.
By Road : A well maintained network of roads link Panna with the rest of the country. Mandla, about 24 km from Panna is the major transportation centre.
Distance Chart :-
- Khajuraho - 45 km
Bhopal - 727 km
Delhi - 889 km
Chennai - 1,761 km
Kolkatta - 1,040 km
