Pansokhar
Pansokhar is a village located in Badwara tehsil of Katni district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 25km away from sub-district headquarter Badwara (tehsildar office) and 47km away from district headquarter Katni. As per 2009 stats, Pansokhar village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Pansokhar unique in its vibrant Badwara-Katni region. You’ll see Pansokhar’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 Pansokhar
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Pansokhar is 488388. The village spans a total geographical area of 252.76 hectares. Katni is nearest town to Pansokhar village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 47km away.
When it comes to local governance, Pansokhar 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 Barwara Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Shahdol Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Pansokhar
Population of Pansokhar
According to the 2011 Census, Pansokhar has a total population of about 881, with approximately 469 males and 412 females. The sex ratio is around 878 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 110 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 58 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 241. The overall literacy rate is approximately 62.77%, with male literacy at about 72.92% and female literacy near 51.21%. There are around 214 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Pansokhar's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 881 | 469 | 412 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 110 | 70 | 40 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 58 | 31 | 27 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 241 | 131 | 110 |
| Literate Population | 553 | 342 | 211 |
| Illiterate Population | 328 | 127 | 201 |
Connectivity of Pansokhar
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Pansokhar. As per the 2011 stats, Pansokhar 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 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Pansokhar
Knowing the nearby villages of Pansokhar helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Pansokhar.
Frequently Asked Questions about Pansokhar
- Where is Pansokhar located?
- Pansokhar village is situated in Badwara Tehsil, within the Katni district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Pansokhar?
- Pansokhar serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Pansokhar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Pansokhar is 881, with 469 males and 412 females.
- How many households are there in Pansokhar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Pansokhar village has a total of 214 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Pansokhar as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Pansokhar is 62.77%. The male literacy rate is 72.92%, while the female literacy rate is 51.21%.