Pakhnar
Pakhnar is a village located in Darbha tehsil of Bastar district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 22km away from sub-district headquarter Darbha (tehsildar office) and 58km away from district headquarter Jagdalpur. As per 2009 stats, Pakhnar village is also a gram panchayat.
Pakhnar has its own place in the vibrant Bastar 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 Pakhnar
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Pakhnar is 449585. The village spans a total geographical area of 3532.55 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 494226. Jagdalpur is nearest town to Pakhnar village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 58km away.
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Population of Pakhnar
Below is a concise population overview of Pakhnar as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 3,652 | 1,753 | 1,899 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 669 | 334 | 335 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 9 | 6 | 3 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3,053 | 1,472 | 1,581 |
Literate Population | 1,101 | 664 | 437 |
Illiterate Population | 2,551 | 1,089 | 1,462 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Pakhnar village:
- The total population of Pakhnar village is around 3,652, including approximately 1,753 males and 1,899 females, with a sex ratio of 1083 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 669 children aged 0–6 years in Pakhnar village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Pakhnar village has 9 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 3,053 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Pakhnar village is about 30.15%, with male literacy at 37.88% and female literacy at 23.01%.
- There are around 816 households in Pakhnar village.
Connectivity of Pakhnar
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Pakhnar. As per the 2011 stats, Pakhnar 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 |
Private Bus Service | Available within village |
Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Pakhnar
Knowing the nearby villages of Pakhnar helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Pakhnar.
Frequently Asked Questions about Pakhnar
- Where is Pakhnar located?
- Pakhnar village is situated in Darbha Tehsil, within the Bastar district of Chhattisgarh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Pakhnar?
- Pakhnar serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Pakhnar?
- The pincode of Pakhnar is 494226, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Pakhnar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Pakhnar is 3,652, with 1,753 males and 1,899 females.
- How many households are there in Pakhnar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Pakhnar village has a total of 816 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Pakhnar as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Pakhnar is 30.15%. The male literacy rate is 37.88%, while the female literacy rate is 23.01%.