Pantora
Pantora is a village located in Baloda tehsil of Janjgir Champa district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 20km away from sub-district headquarter Baloda (tehsildar office) and 40km away from district headquarter Janjgir. As per 2009 stats, Pantora village is also a gram panchayat.
Pantora has its own place in the vibrant Janjgir Champa 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 Pantora
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Pantora is 436692. The village spans a total geographical area of 591.64 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 491222. Baloda is nearest town to Pantora village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 20km away.
When it comes to local governance, Pantora 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 Akaltara Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Janjgir Champa Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Pantora
Population of Pantora
Below is a concise population overview of Pantora as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,002 | 1,496 | 1,506 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 435 | 225 | 210 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 288 | 133 | 155 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 581 | 286 | 295 |
| Literate Population | 1,993 | 1,147 | 846 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,009 | 349 | 660 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Pantora village:
- The total population of Pantora village is around 3,002, including approximately 1,496 males and 1,506 females, with a sex ratio of 1006 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 435 children aged 0–6 years in Pantora village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Pantora village has 288 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 581 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Pantora village is about 66.39%, with male literacy at 76.67% and female literacy at 56.18%.
- There are around 709 households in Pantora village.
Connectivity of Pantora
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Pantora. As per the 2011 stats, Pantora 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 Pantora
Knowing the nearby villages of Pantora helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Pantora.
Frequently Asked Questions about Pantora
- Where is Pantora located?
- Pantora village is situated in Baloda Tehsil, within the Janjgir Champa district of Chhattisgarh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Pantora?
- Pantora serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Pantora?
- The pincode of Pantora is 491222, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Pantora as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Pantora is 3,002, with 1,496 males and 1,506 females.
- How many households are there in Pantora as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Pantora village has a total of 709 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Pantora as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Pantora is 66.39%. The male literacy rate is 76.67%, while the female literacy rate is 56.18%.