Penk

Penk is a village located in Nawadih subdivision of Bokaro district in Jharkhand, India. It is situated 56km away from district headquarter Nawadih. Nawadih is the sub-district headquarter of Penk village. As per 2009 stats, Penk village is also a gram panchayat.

Penk has its own place in the vibrant Bokaro 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 Penk

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Penk is 362199. The village spans a total geographical area of 2532.01 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 829107. Nawadih is nearest town to Penk village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Penk

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 8,017 4,068 3,949
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 1,600 814 786
Scheduled Castes (SC) 480 246 234
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 3,250 1,610 1,640
Literate Population 3,213 1,994 1,219
Illiterate Population 4,804 2,074 2,730

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

  • The total population of Penk village is around 8,017, including approximately 4,068 males and 3,949 females, with a sex ratio of 970 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 1,600 children aged 0–6 years in Penk village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Penk village has 480 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 3,250 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Penk village is about 40.08%, with male literacy at 49.02% and female literacy at 30.87%.
  • There are around 1,358 households in Penk village.

Connectivity of Penk

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Penk. As per the 2011 stats, Penk had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Private Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Penk

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Penk

Where is Penk located?
Penk village is situated in Nawadih Subdivision, within the Bokaro district of Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Penk?
Penk serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Penk?
The pincode of Penk is 829107, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Penk as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Penk is 8,017, with 4,068 males and 3,949 females.
How many households are there in Penk as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Penk village has a total of 1,358 households.
What is the literacy rate in Penk as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Penk is 40.08%. The male literacy rate is 49.02%, while the female literacy rate is 30.87%.