Pakra

Pakra is a village located in Kamdara subdivision of Gumla district in Jharkhand, India. It is situated 80km away from sub-district headquarter Kamdara (tehsildar office) and 80km away from district headquarter Gumla. As per 2009 stats, Sarita is the gram panchayat of Pakra village.

Pakra has its own place in the vibrant Gumla 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 Pakra

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Pakra is 375808. The village spans a total geographical area of 461 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 835201. Kamdara is nearest town to Pakra village for all major economic activities.

When it comes to local governance, Pakra village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Sisai Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Lohardaga Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Pakra

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,068 517 551
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 126 63 63
Scheduled Castes (SC) 119 61 58
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 703 335 368
Literate Population 687 377 310
Illiterate Population 381 140 241

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

  • The total population of Pakra village is around 1,068, including approximately 517 males and 551 females, with a sex ratio of 1065 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 126 children aged 0–6 years in Pakra village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Pakra village has 119 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 703 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Pakra village is about 64.33%, with male literacy at 72.92% and female literacy at 56.26%.
  • There are around 204 households in Pakra village.

Connectivity of Pakra

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Pakra. As per the 2011 stats, Pakra 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 5 - 10 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Pakra

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Pakra

Where is Pakra located?
Pakra village is situated in Kamdara Subdivision, within the Gumla district of Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pakra?
The Gram Panchayat of Pakra is Sarita (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Pakra?
The pincode of Pakra is 835201, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Pakra as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Pakra is 1,068, with 517 males and 551 females.
How many households are there in Pakra as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Pakra village has a total of 204 households.
What is the literacy rate in Pakra as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Pakra is 64.33%. The male literacy rate is 72.92%, while the female literacy rate is 56.26%.