Pawkuri

Pawkuri is a village located in Shambhuganj subdivision of Banka district in Bihar, India. It is situated 20km away from sub-district headquarter Shambhuganj (tehsildar office) and 51km away from district headquarter Banka. As per 2009 stats, Pakouri is the gram panchayat of Pawkuri village.

Pawkuri has its own place in the vibrant Banka region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Pawkuri

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Pawkuri is 240469. The village spans a total geographical area of 92 hectares. Sultanganj is nearest town to Pawkuri village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 22km away.

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Population of Pawkuri

Below is a concise population overview of Pawkuri as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,937 1,011 926
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 326 169 157
Scheduled Castes (SC) 323 160 163
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 1,189 719 470
Illiterate Population 748 292 456

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Pawkuri village:

  • The total population of Pawkuri village is around 1,937, including approximately 1,011 males and 926 females, with a sex ratio of 915 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 326 children aged 0–6 years in Pawkuri village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Pawkuri village has 323 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Pawkuri village is about 61.38%, with male literacy at 71.12% and female literacy at 50.76%.
  • There are around 383 households in Pawkuri village.

Connectivity of Pawkuri

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Pawkuri. As per the 2011 stats, Pawkuri had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Pawkuri

Knowing the nearby villages of Pawkuri helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Pawkuri.

Bagha Jogi Bhaga Pakar Bangali Kalan Bato Mohanpur Garhi Mohanpur Saighat Bangali Khurd Itwa Lakha

Frequently Asked Questions about Pawkuri

Where is Pawkuri located?
Pawkuri village is situated in Shambhuganj Subdivision, within the Banka district of Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pawkuri?
The Gram Panchayat of Pawkuri is Pakouri (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Pawkuri as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Pawkuri is 1,937, with 1,011 males and 926 females.
How many households are there in Pawkuri as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Pawkuri village has a total of 383 households.
What is the literacy rate in Pawkuri as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Pawkuri is 61.38%. The male literacy rate is 71.12%, while the female literacy rate is 50.76%.