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.

Pakela has its own place in the vibrant Dakshin Bastar Dantewada 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 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.

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Population of Pakela

Below is a concise population overview of Pakela as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
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

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Pakela village:

  • The total population of Pakela village is around 3,680, including approximately 1,809 males and 1,871 females, with a sex ratio of 1034 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 631 children aged 0–6 years in Pakela village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Pakela village has 2,908 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Pakela village is about 25.60%, with male literacy at 33.39% and female literacy at 18.07%.
  • There are around 778 households in Pakela village.

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%.