Pakela
Pakela is a village located in Chhindgarh tehsil of Dakshin Bastar Dantewada district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 4km away from sub-district headquarter Chhindgarh (tehsildar office) and 102km away from district headquarter Dantewada. As per 2009 stats, Pakela village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Pakela unique in its vibrant Chhindgarh-Dakshin Bastar Dantewada region. You’ll see Pakela’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 Pakela
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Pakela is 450605. The village spans a total geographical area of 3414.22 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 494111. Jagdalpur is nearest town to Pakela village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 90km away.
When it comes to local governance, Pakela village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Dantewara Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Bastar Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Pakela
Population of Pakela
According to the 2011 Census, Pakela has a total population of about 3,680, with approximately 1,809 males and 1,871 females. The sex ratio is around 1034 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 631 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. Details about the Scheduled Castes (SC) community are not available. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 2,908. The overall literacy rate is approximately 25.60%, with male literacy at about 33.39% and female literacy near 18.07%. There are around 778 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Pakela's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,680 | 1,809 | 1,871 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 631 | 325 | 306 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2,908 | 1,415 | 1,493 |
| Literate Population | 942 | 604 | 338 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,738 | 1,205 | 1,533 |
Connectivity of Pakela
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Pakela. As per the 2011 stats, Pakela 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 Pakela
Knowing the nearby villages of Pakela helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Pakela.
Frequently Asked Questions about Pakela
- Where is Pakela located?
- Pakela village is situated in Chhindgarh Tehsil, within the Dakshin Bastar Dantewada district of Chhattisgarh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Pakela?
- Pakela serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Pakela?
- The pincode of Pakela is 494111, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Pakela as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Pakela is 3,680, with 1,809 males and 1,871 females.
- How many households are there in Pakela as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Pakela village has a total of 778 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Pakela as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Pakela is 25.60%. The male literacy rate is 33.39%, while the female literacy rate is 18.07%.