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.
Here you can discover what makes Pakhnar unique in its vibrant Darbha-Bastar region. You’ll see Pakhnar’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 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.
Google Map of Pakhnar
Population of Pakhnar
According to the 2011 Census, Pakhnar has a total population of about 3,652, with approximately 1,753 males and 1,899 females. The sex ratio is around 1083 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 669 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 9 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 3,053. The overall literacy rate is approximately 30.15%, with male literacy at about 37.88% and female literacy near 23.01%. There are around 816 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Pakhnar's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
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) |
|---|---|
| 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%.