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.
Here you can discover what makes Panka unique in its vibrant Azamnagar-Katihar region. You’ll see Panka’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 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.
Google Map of Panka
Population of Panka
According to the 2011 Census, Panka has a total population of about 1,381, with approximately 726 males and 655 females. The sex ratio is around 902 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 344 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. Details about the Scheduled Castes (SC) community are not available. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 33.74%, with male literacy at about 44.35% and female literacy near 21.98%. There are around 280 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Panka's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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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 |
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) |
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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.
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%.