Penur

Penur is a village located in Purna tehsil of Parbhani district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 24km away from sub-district headquarter Purna (tehsildar office) and 65km away from district headquarter Parbhani. As per 2009 stats, Penur village is also a gram panchayat.

Penur has its own place in the vibrant Parbhani 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 547210. The village spans a total geographical area of 604.37 hectares. Purna is nearest town to Penur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 24km away.

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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 1,559 833 726
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 231 126 105
Scheduled Castes (SC) 197 101 96
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 901 558 343
Illiterate Population 658 275 383

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

  • The total population of Penur village is around 1,559, including approximately 833 males and 726 females, with a sex ratio of 871 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 231 children aged 0–6 years in Penur village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Penur village has 197 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Penur village is about 57.79%, with male literacy at 66.99% and female literacy at 47.25%.
  • There are around 316 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 <5 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.

Sonna Tarf Kaulgaon Runj Tarf Parbhani Kawalgaon Kaulgaonwadi Satephal Tarf Kaulgaon Dhanora Motya Karjanapur Suki Mamdapur Surwadi Kanhegaon

Frequently Asked Questions about Penur

Where is Penur located?
Penur village is situated in Purna Tehsil, within the Parbhani 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 1,559, with 833 males and 726 females.
How many households are there in Penur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Penur village has a total of 316 households.
What is the literacy rate in Penur as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Penur is 57.79%. The male literacy rate is 66.99%, while the female literacy rate is 47.25%.