Perka
Perka is a village located in Car Nicobar tehsil of Nicobars district in Andaman & Nicobar Islands, India. Car Nicoabr is the district & sub-district headquarter of Perka village.
Here you can discover what makes Perka unique in its vibrant Car Nicobar-Nicobars region. You’ll see Perka’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Perka
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Perka is 645020. Port Blair is nearest town to Perka village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 287km away.
Google Map of Perka
Population of Perka
According to the 2011 Census, Perka has a total population of about 2,527, with approximately 1,363 males and 1,164 females. The sex ratio is around 853 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 273 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. Details about the Scheduled Castes (SC) community are not available. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 1,709. The overall literacy rate is approximately 66.64%, with male literacy at about 73.29% and female literacy near 58.85%. There are around 711 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Perka's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,527 | 1,363 | 1,164 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 273 | 132 | 141 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,709 | 863 | 846 |
| Literate Population | 1,684 | 999 | 685 |
| Illiterate Population | 843 | 364 | 479 |
Connectivity of Perka
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Perka. As per the 2011 stats, Perka had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available |
| Railway Station | Available |
Nearby Villages of Perka
Knowing the nearby villages of Perka helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Perka.
Frequently Asked Questions about Perka
- Where is Perka located?
- Perka village is situated in Car Nicobar Tehsil, within the Nicobars district of Andaman & Nicobar Islands, India.
- What is the pincode of Perka?
- The pincode of Perka is 744301, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Perka as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Perka is 2,527, with 1,363 males and 1,164 females.
- How many households are there in Perka as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Perka village has a total of 711 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Perka as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Perka is 66.64%. The male literacy rate is 73.29%, while the female literacy rate is 58.85%.