Pawai


Pawai is a town and a nagar panchayat in the Panna district of Madhya Pradesh state in central India. Pawai is the administrative headquarters of Pawai tehsil, one of the largest tehsils of Panna district.

Geography

Pawai is at. It has an average elevation of 344 metres. and it's located on bank of the Patne River.

Demographics

India census, Pawai had a population of 14,465. Males constitute 53% of the population and females 47%. Pawai has an average literacy rate of 57%, lower than the national average of 59.5%: male literacy is 65%, and female literacy is 47%. In Pawai, 19% of the population is under 6 years of age.

Climate

Pawai has a subtropical climate. Summers are hot and temperatures can reach 40–45 Celsius. Winters are cold and the minimum temperature generally remains under 8°C. Monsoon touches this region in June and continues till mid-September.
The best time to visit is during winters.

Tourist Attractions

  • Kalehi Mata Temple - Kalehi Mata Temple is a natural and divine temple located in pawai.
  • Chandi Falls - Chandi Fall's is natural falls located in Pawai.

    Transportation

Pawai is situated on the road connecting Panna to Katni, from here a major road connects Satna to Pawai, daily bus service is available in Pawai which connects it to the nearby towns.