Hanker
About Hanker
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Hanker village is 448207. Hanker village is located in Pakhanjur tehsil of Uttar Bastar Kanker district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 8km away from sub-district headquarter Pakhanjur (tehsildar office) and 70km away from district headquarter Kanker. As per 2009 stats, Hanker village is also a gram panchayat.
The total geographical area of village is 497.29 hectares. Hanker has a total population of 273 peoples, out of which male population is 135 while female population is 138. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 1022 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of hanker village is 64.84% out of which 77.78% males and 52.17% females are literate. There are about 43 houses in hanker village. Pincode of hanker village locality is 494776.
When it comes to administration, Hanker village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Hanker village comes under Antagarh Vidhan Sabha constituency & Kanker Lok Sabha constituency. Pakhanjur is nearest town to hanker village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 8km away.
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Population of Hanker
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 273 | 135 | 138 |
| Children (0-6) | 45 | 22 | 23 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 256 | 127 | 129 |
| Literate Population | 177 | 105 | 72 |
| Illiterate Population | 96 | 30 | 66 |
Connectivity of Hanker
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Hanker
Where is Hanker located?
Hanker village is situated in Pakhanjur Tehsil, within the Uttar Bastar Kanker district of Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Hanker?
Hanker serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Hanker?
The pincode of Hanker is 494776, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Hanker as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Hanker is 273, with 135 males and 138 females.
How many households are there in Hanker as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Hanker village has a total of 43 households.
What is the literacy rate in Hanker as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Hanker is 64.84%. The male literacy rate is 77.78%, while the female literacy rate is 52.17%.