Panka

Panka is a village located in Azamnagar subdivision of Katihar district in Bihar, India. It is situated 10km away from sub-district headquarter Azamnagar (tehsildar office) and 56km away from district headquarter Katihar. As per 2009 stats, Amarsinghpur is the gram panchayat of Panka village.

Panka has its own place in the vibrant Katihar 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 Panka

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Panka is 225290. The village spans a total geographical area of 28.75 hectares. Katihar is nearest town to Panka village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 56km away.

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Population of Panka

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,381 726 655
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 344 184 160
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 466 322 144
Illiterate Population 915 404 511

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

  • The total population of Panka village is around 1,381, including approximately 726 males and 655 females, with a sex ratio of 902 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 344 children aged 0–6 years in Panka village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • The literacy rate of Panka village is about 33.74%, with male literacy at 44.35% and female literacy at 21.98%.
  • There are around 280 households in Panka village.

Connectivity of Panka

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

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

Nearby Villages of Panka

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

Hansopara Pasol Khodaganj Pariharpur Damaipur Jajla Raghopur Sihpur Amarsinghpur Paharpur Tetalia

Frequently Asked Questions about Panka

Where is Panka located?
Panka village is situated in Azamnagar Subdivision, within the Katihar district of Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Panka?
The Gram Panchayat of Panka is Amarsinghpur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Panka as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Panka is 1,381, with 726 males and 655 females.
How many households are there in Panka as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Panka village has a total of 280 households.
What is the literacy rate in Panka as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Panka is 33.74%. The male literacy rate is 44.35%, while the female literacy rate is 21.98%.