Penkram - Kutru, Bijapur
Penkram is a village situated in the Kutru tehsil of Bijapur district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 75 km from Bhairamgarh and around 55 km from Bijapur. Painkram serves as the Gram Panchayat for Penkram village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Penkram is 451087. The village covers a total geographical area of 701.58 hectares and falls under the 494450 pincode. Bijapur is the nearest town, located about 55 km away.
Penkram village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bijapur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bastar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Penkram
As per Census 2011, Penkram village has a total population of 291 people, consisting of 176 males and 115 females. The village has 47 households and a sex ratio of 653 females per 1,000 males. There are 41 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 99 literate and 192 illiterate residents. Additionally, 16 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 259 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Penkram are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 291 | 176 | 115 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 41 | 25 | 16 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 16 | 11 | 5 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 259 | 155 | 104 |
| Literate Population | 99 | 76 | 23 |
| Illiterate Population | 192 | 100 | 92 |
Nearby Villages of Penkram
Penkram is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Gumner | South-East | 2.10 km |
| Odsanpalli | South-West | 2.96 km |
| Somanpalli | North | 3.27 km |
| Kachalaram | South | 3.75 km |
| Farsegarh | North-West | 3.86 km |
| Muchler | East | 3.99 km |
| Chatpalli | North-West | 4.16 km |
| Chinger | North-East | 4.62 km |
| Bhatpalli | North | 5.86 km |
| Edasgondi | North-West | 6.17 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Penkram
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Penkram. The nearest railway station is Kamalur, while the nearest airport is Jagdalpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 110.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bijapur to Penkram is about 55 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Penkram
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Penkram village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Penkram
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Penkram village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Penkram
Where is Penkram located?
Penkram village is located in Kutru Tehsil, Bijapur district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Penkram?
The Gram Panchayat of Penkram is Painkram.
What is the pincode of Penkram?
The pincode of Penkram is 494450.
What is the population of Penkram?
Penkram has a total population of 291, including 176 males and 115 females.
How many households are there in Penkram?
There are 47 households in Penkram.
What is the literacy rate in Penkram?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Penkram is 34.02%. Male literacy is 43.18% and female literacy is 20.00%.