Thakur Nagar - Pakhanjur, Uttar Bastar Kanker
Thakur Nagar is a village situated in the Pakhanjur tehsil of Uttar Bastar Kanker district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pakhanjur and around 144 km from the district headquarters in Kanker. Bhingidar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Thakur Nagar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Thakur Nagar is 448273. The village covers a total geographical area of 162 hectares and falls under the 494776 pincode. Pakhanjur is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Thakur Nagar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Antagarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kanker Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Thakur Nagar
According to the 2011 Census, Thakur Nagar village had a total population of 561 people, including 290 males and 271 females, living in 107 households. The sex ratio was 934 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 55.81%, with male literacy at 64.37% and female literacy at 46.46%.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 561 | 290 | 271 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 88 | 43 | 45 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 264 | 159 | 105 |
| Illiterate Population | 297 | 131 | 166 |
Nearby Villages of Thakur Nagar
Thakur Nagar is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Bhingidar | West | 1.27 km |
| Balrampur | North | 2.00 km |
| Partapur | South-East | 2.18 km |
| Shanti Nagar | South-West | 2.77 km |
| Avinash Nagar | West | 2.93 km |
| Chandanpur | South | 3.11 km |
| Hari Nagar | South-West | 3.58 km |
| Satya Nagar | North-West | 3.61 km |
| Budhandand | North-East | 3.81 km |
| Govindpur | North-West | 3.87 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Thakur Nagar
Thakur Nagar is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Dalli Rajhara, while the nearest airport is Raipur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 132.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Pakhanjur to Thakur Nagar is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kanker to Thakur Nagar is about 144 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Thakur Nagar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Thakur Nagar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Thakur Nagar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Thakur Nagar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Thakur Nagar
Where is Thakur Nagar located?
Thakur Nagar village is located in Pakhanjur Tehsil, Uttar Bastar Kanker district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Thakur Nagar?
The Gram Panchayat of Thakur Nagar is Bhingidar.
What is the pincode of Thakur Nagar?
The pincode of Thakur Nagar is 494776.
What is the population of Thakur Nagar?
Thakur Nagar had a total population of 561, including 290 males and 271 females.
How many households are there in Thakur Nagar?
Thakur Nagar had 107 households.
What is the literacy rate in Thakur Nagar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Thakur Nagar was 55.81%. Male literacy was 64.37% and female literacy was 46.46%.