Pakaria - Patan, Palamu
Pakaria is a village situated in the Patan subdivision of Palamu district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Patan and around 43 km from the district headquarters in Medininagar (daltonganj). Mahulia serves as the Gram Panchayat for Pakaria village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pakaria is 365994. The village covers a total geographical area of 41 hectares and falls under the 822123 pincode. Madninagar is the nearest town.
Pakaria village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Pakaria
According to the 2011 Census, Pakaria village had a total population of 511 people, including 277 males and 234 females, living in 95 households. The sex ratio was 845 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 64.45%, with male literacy at 79.22% and female literacy at 47.80%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 52.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 511 | 277 | 234 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 75 | 46 | 29 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 52 | 26 | 26 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 281 | 183 | 98 |
| Illiterate Population | 230 | 94 | 136 |
Nearby Villages of Pakaria
Pakaria is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Pakaria
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Pakaria.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Medininagar (daltonganj) to Pakaria is about 43 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Pakaria
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pakaria village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Pakaria
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pakaria village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Pakaria
Where is Pakaria located?
Pakaria village is located in Patan Subdivision, Palamu district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pakaria?
The Gram Panchayat of Pakaria is Mahulia.
What is the pincode of Pakaria?
The pincode of Pakaria is 822123.
What is the population of Pakaria?
Pakaria had a total population of 511, including 277 males and 234 females.
How many households are there in Pakaria?
Pakaria had 95 households.
What is the literacy rate in Pakaria?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pakaria was 64.45%. Male literacy was 79.22% and female literacy was 47.80%.