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.
Here you can discover what makes Pantora unique in its vibrant Baloda-Janjgir Champa region. You’ll see Pantora’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 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
According to the 2011 Census, Pantora has a total population of about 3,002, with approximately 1,496 males and 1,506 females. The sex ratio is around 1006 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 435 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 288 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 581. The overall literacy rate is approximately 66.39%, with male literacy at about 76.67% and female literacy near 56.18%. There are around 709 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Pantora's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| 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 |
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%.