Penkram
About Penkram
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Penkram village is 450867. Penkram village is located in Usur tehsil of Bijapur district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 8km away from sub-district headquarter Usur (tehsildar office) and 26km away from district headquarter Bijapur. As per 2009 stats, Cherakdodi is the gram panchayat of Penkram village.
The total geographical area of village is 1143.02 hectares. Penkram has a total population of 320 peoples, out of which male population is 150 while female population is 170. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 1133 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of penkram village is 21.88% out of which 25.33% males and 18.82% females are literate. There are about 84 houses in penkram village. Pincode of penkram village locality is 494448.
When it comes to administration, Penkram village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Penkram village comes under Bijapur Vidhan Sabha constituency & Bastar Lok Sabha constituency. Bijapur is nearest town to penkram village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 26km away.
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Population of Penkram
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 320 | 150 | 170 |
| Literate Population | 70 | 38 | 32 |
| Illiterate Population | 250 | 112 | 138 |
Connectivity of Penkram
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Penkram
Where is Penkram located?
Penkram village is situated in Usur Tehsil, within the Bijapur district of Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Penkram?
The Gram Panchayat of Penkram is Cherakdodi (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Penkram?
The pincode of Penkram is 494448, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Penkram as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Penkram is 320, with 150 males and 170 females.
How many households are there in Penkram as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Penkram village has a total of 84 households.
What is the literacy rate in Penkram as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Penkram is 21.88%. The male literacy rate is 25.33%, while the female literacy rate is 18.82%.