Penur

Penur is a village located in Loha tehsil of Nanded district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 15km away from sub-district headquarter Loha (tehsildar office) and 55km away from district headquarter Nanded. As per 2009 stats, Penur village is also a gram panchayat.

Penur has its own place in the vibrant Nanded 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 Penur

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Penur is 545270. The village spans a total geographical area of 2577.42 hectares. Loha is nearest town to Penur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 15km away.

When it comes to local governance, Penur 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 Loha Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Latur 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 Penur

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 4,943 2,528 2,415
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 759 395 364
Scheduled Castes (SC) 929 485 444
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 62 33 29
Literate Population 2,747 1,620 1,127
Illiterate Population 2,196 908 1,288

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

  • The total population of Penur village is around 4,943, including approximately 2,528 males and 2,415 females, with a sex ratio of 955 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 759 children aged 0–6 years in Penur village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Penur village has 929 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 62 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Penur village is about 55.57%, with male literacy at 64.08% and female literacy at 46.67%.
  • There are around 983 households in Penur village.

Connectivity of Penur

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

Nearby Villages of Penur

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Penur

Where is Penur located?
Penur village is situated in Loha Tehsil, within the Nanded district of Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Penur?
Penur serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the population of Penur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Penur is 4,943, with 2,528 males and 2,415 females.
How many households are there in Penur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Penur village has a total of 983 households.
What is the literacy rate in Penur as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Penur is 55.57%. The male literacy rate is 64.08%, while the female literacy rate is 46.67%.