Pakargaon - Pathalgaon, Jashpur
Pakargaon is a village situated in the Pathalgaon tehsil of Jashpur district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pathalgaon and around 85 km from the district headquarters in Jashpur Nagar. Pakergaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Pakargaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pakargaon is 434259. The village covers a total geographical area of 835.32 hectares and falls under the 496118 pincode. Pathalgaon is the nearest town, located about 9 km away.
Pakargaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pathalgaon Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Raigarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Pakargaon
As per Census 2011, Pakargaon village has a total population of 2,761 people, consisting of 1,381 males and 1,380 females. The village has 573 households and a sex ratio of 999 females per 1,000 males. There are 358 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,628 literate and 1,133 illiterate residents. Additionally, 38 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,846 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Pakargaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,761 | 1,381 | 1,380 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 358 | 178 | 180 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 38 | 22 | 16 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,846 | 913 | 933 |
| Literate Population | 1,628 | 885 | 743 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,133 | 496 | 637 |
Nearby Villages of Pakargaon
Pakargaon is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Pakargaon
Pakargaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Pathalgaon to Pakargaon is about 9 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jashpur Nagar to Pakargaon is about 85 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Pakargaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pakargaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Pakargaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pakargaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Pakargaon
Where is Pakargaon located?
Pakargaon village is located in Pathalgaon Tehsil, Jashpur district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pakargaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Pakargaon is Pakergaon.
What is the pincode of Pakargaon?
The pincode of Pakargaon is 496118.
What is the population of Pakargaon?
Pakargaon has a total population of 2,761, including 1,381 males and 1,380 females.
How many households are there in Pakargaon?
There are 573 households in Pakargaon.
What is the literacy rate in Pakargaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pakargaon is 58.96%. Male literacy is 64.08% and female literacy is 53.84%.