Panola County is a county located in the U.S. state of Mississippi. As of the most recent data available, the county has a population of approximately 34,274 people, with a population density of about 50.11 persons per square mile.
The county spans a total land area of 684.00 square miles (1,772.00 square kilometers). The administrative center and county seat is Sardis, which often serves as a hub for local governance and services. The largest city within the county by population is Batesville.
Geographically, Panola County experiences varied elevations, with its highest point at Sardis 371 ft and its lowest point at Batesville 221 ft. The region operates in the UTC-6.