Pankher
Pankher is a village located in Palampur tehsil of Kangra district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 53km away from district headquarter Palampur. Palampur is the sub-district headquarter of Pankher village. As per 2009 stats, Chainchheri is the gram panchayat of Pankher village.
Here you can discover what makes Pankher unique in its vibrant Palampur-Kangra region. You’ll see Pankher’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 Pankher
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Pankher is 011719. The village spans a total geographical area of 11.37 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 176086. Palampur is nearest town to Pankher village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Pankher
Population of Pankher
According to the 2011 Census, Pankher has a total population of about 88, with approximately 42 males and 46 females. The sex ratio is around 1095 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 12 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 19 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 81.82%, with male literacy at about 78.57% and female literacy near 84.78%. There are around 19 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Pankher's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 88 | 42 | 46 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 12 | 7 | 5 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 19 | 10 | 9 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 72 | 33 | 39 |
| Illiterate Population | 16 | 9 | 7 |
Connectivity of Pankher
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Pankher. As per the 2011 stats, Pankher 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 <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Pankher
Knowing the nearby villages of Pankher helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Pankher.
Frequently Asked Questions about Pankher
- Where is Pankher located?
- Pankher village is situated in Palampur Tehsil, within the Kangra district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Pankher?
- The Gram Panchayat of Pankher is Chainchheri (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Pankher?
- The pincode of Pankher is 176086, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Pankher as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Pankher is 88, with 42 males and 46 females.
- How many households are there in Pankher as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Pankher village has a total of 19 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Pankher as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Pankher is 81.82%. The male literacy rate is 78.57%, while the female literacy rate is 84.78%.