Pantoka
Pantoka is a village located in Raxaul subdivision of Purba Champaran district in Bihar, India. It is situated 6km away from sub-district headquarter Raxaul (tehsildar office) and 60km away from district headquarter Motihari. As per 2009 stats, Pantoka village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Pantoka unique in its vibrant Raxaul-Purba Champaran region. You’ll see Pantoka’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 Pantoka
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Pantoka is 217480. The village spans a total geographical area of 248 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 845305. Raxaul is nearest town to Pantoka village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 6km away.
Google Map of Pantoka
Population of Pantoka
According to the 2011 Census, Pantoka has a total population of about 4,421, with approximately 2,363 males and 2,058 females. The sex ratio is around 870 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 865 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 646 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 2. The overall literacy rate is approximately 34.25%, with male literacy at about 41.39% and female literacy near 26.04%. There are around 658 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Pantoka's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,421 | 2,363 | 2,058 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 865 | 468 | 397 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 646 | 351 | 295 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 2 | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,514 | 978 | 536 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,907 | 1,385 | 1,522 |
Connectivity of Pantoka
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Pantoka. As per the 2011 stats, Pantoka 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 village |
| Railway Station | Available within <5 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Pantoka
Knowing the nearby villages of Pantoka helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Pantoka.
Frequently Asked Questions about Pantoka
- Where is Pantoka located?
- Pantoka village is situated in Raxaul Subdivision, within the Purba Champaran district of Bihar, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Pantoka?
- Pantoka serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Pantoka?
- The pincode of Pantoka is 845305, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Pantoka as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Pantoka is 4,421, with 2,363 males and 2,058 females.
- How many households are there in Pantoka as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Pantoka village has a total of 658 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Pantoka as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Pantoka is 34.25%. The male literacy rate is 41.39%, while the female literacy rate is 26.04%.