Pakra - Naugachhia, Bhagalpur
Pakra is a village situated in the Naugachhia subdivision of Bhagalpur district, Bihar. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Naugachhia and around 25 km from the district headquarters in Bhagalpur. Pakra village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pakra is 238957. The village covers a total geographical area of 1034 hectares and falls under the 853204 pincode. Naugachhia is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Pakra village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gopalpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhagalpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Pakra
According to the 2011 Census, Pakra village had a total population of 14,169 people, including 7,564 males and 6,605 females, living in 2,532 households. The sex ratio was 873 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 63.85%, with male literacy at 70.99% and female literacy at 55.57%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 214, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 22.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 14,169 | 7,564 | 6,605 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 2,427 | 1,260 | 1,167 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 214 | 122 | 92 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 22 | 13 | 9 |
| Literate Population | 7,497 | 4,475 | 3,022 |
| Illiterate Population | 6,672 | 3,089 | 3,583 |
Nearby Villages of Pakra
Pakra is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Pakra
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Naugachhia to Pakra is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhagalpur to Pakra is about 25 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
FAQs about Pakra
Where is Pakra located?
Pakra village is located in Naugachhia Subdivision, Bhagalpur district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pakra?
Pakra is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Pakra?
The pincode of Pakra is 853204.
What is the population of Pakra?
Pakra had a total population of 14,169, including 7,564 males and 6,605 females.
How many households are there in Pakra?
Pakra had 2,532 households.
What is the literacy rate in Pakra?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pakra was 63.85%. Male literacy was 70.99% and female literacy was 55.57%.