Pakurkal

Pakurkal is a village located in Pakhanjur tehsil of Uttar Bastar Kanker district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 51km away from sub-district headquarter Pakhanjur (tehsildar office) and 177km away from district headquarter Kanker. As per 2009 stats, Aakmeta is the gram panchayat of Pakurkal village.

Pakurkal has its own place in the vibrant Uttar Bastar Kanker 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 Pakurkal

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Pakurkal is 448395. The village spans a total geographical area of 200.11 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 491995. Pakhanjur is nearest town to Pakurkal village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 51km away.

When it comes to local governance, Pakurkal 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 Antagarh Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Kanker 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 Pakurkal

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 264 139 125
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 57 34 23
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 258 136 122
Literate Population 118 70 48
Illiterate Population 146 69 77

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

  • The total population of Pakurkal village is around 264, including approximately 139 males and 125 females, with a sex ratio of 899 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 57 children aged 0–6 years in Pakurkal village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Pakurkal village has 258 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Pakurkal village is about 44.70%, with male literacy at 50.36% and female literacy at 38.40%.
  • There are around 49 households in Pakurkal village.

Connectivity of Pakurkal

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Pakurkal. As per the 2011 stats, Pakurkal 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 10+ km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Pakurkal

Knowing the nearby villages of Pakurkal helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Pakurkal.

Aakmeta Ghodaghat Sirpur Beloda Benur Marbeda Chhote Pakhanjur Uliya Durgapur Tadwaili Rengawahi

Frequently Asked Questions about Pakurkal

Where is Pakurkal located?
Pakurkal village is situated in Pakhanjur Tehsil, within the Uttar Bastar Kanker district of Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pakurkal?
The Gram Panchayat of Pakurkal is Aakmeta (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Pakurkal?
The pincode of Pakurkal is 491995, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Pakurkal as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Pakurkal is 264, with 139 males and 125 females.
How many households are there in Pakurkal as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Pakurkal village has a total of 49 households.
What is the literacy rate in Pakurkal as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Pakurkal is 44.70%. The male literacy rate is 50.36%, while the female literacy rate is 38.40%.