Pankhan
About Pankhan
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Pankhan village is 514766. Pankhan village is located in Keshod taluka of Junagadh district in Gujarat, India. It is situated 12km away from sub-district headquarter Keshod (tehsildar office) and 52km away from district headquarter Junagadh. As per 2009 stats, Pankhan village is also a gram panchayat.
The total geographical area of village is 811.41 hectares. Pankhan has a total population of 2,839 peoples, out of which male population is 1,457 while female population is 1,382. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 948 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of pankhan village is 63.30% out of which 74.95% males and 51.01% females are literate. There are about 478 houses in pankhan village. Pincode of pankhan village locality is 362227.
When it comes to administration, Pankhan 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, Pankhan village comes under Keshod Vidhan Sabha constituency & Porbandar Lok Sabha constituency. Keshod is nearest town to pankhan village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 12km away.
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Population of Pankhan
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,839 | 1,457 | 1,382 |
| Children (0-6) | 335 | 171 | 164 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 218 | 106 | 112 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 16 | 8 | 8 |
| Literate Population | 1,797 | 1,092 | 705 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,042 | 365 | 677 |
Connectivity of Pankhan
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Pankhan
Where is Pankhan located?
Pankhan village is situated in Keshod Taluka, within the Junagadh district of Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pankhan?
Pankhan serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Pankhan?
The pincode of Pankhan is 362227, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Pankhan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Pankhan is 2,839, with 1,457 males and 1,382 females.
How many households are there in Pankhan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Pankhan village has a total of 478 households.
What is the literacy rate in Pankhan as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Pankhan is 63.30%. The male literacy rate is 74.95%, while the female literacy rate is 51.01%.