Pankhan
Pankhan is a village located in Una taluka of Junagadh district in Gujarat, India. It is situated 16km away from sub-district headquarter Una (tehsildar office) and 190km away from district headquarter Junagadh. As per 2009 stats, Pankhan village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Pankhan unique in its vibrant Una-Junagadh region. You’ll see Pankhan’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Pankhan
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Pankhan is 515277. The village spans a total geographical area of 571.65 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 362550. Una is nearest town to Pankhan village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 16km away.
Google Map of Pankhan
Population of Pankhan
According to the 2011 Census, Pankhan has a total population of about 1,301, with approximately 629 males and 672 females. The sex ratio is around 1068 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 148 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 6 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 60.65%, with male literacy at about 72.97% and female literacy near 49.11%. There are around 246 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Pankhan's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,301 | 629 | 672 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 148 | 73 | 75 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 6 | 5 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 789 | 459 | 330 |
| Illiterate Population | 512 | 170 | 342 |
Connectivity of Pankhan
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Pankhan. As per the 2011 stats, Pankhan had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| 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 |
Nearby Villages of Pankhan
Knowing the nearby villages of Pankhan helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Pankhan.
Frequently Asked Questions about Pankhan
- Where is Pankhan located?
- Pankhan village is situated in Una 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 362550, 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 1,301, with 629 males and 672 females.
- How many households are there in Pankhan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Pankhan village has a total of 246 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Pankhan as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Pankhan is 60.65%. The male literacy rate is 72.97%, while the female literacy rate is 49.11%.