Pahanga
Pahanga is a village located in Jajapur Road tehsil of Jajapur district in Odisha, India. It is situated 22km away from sub-district headquarter Jajapur Road (tehsildar office) and 38km away from district headquarter Jajapur . As per 2009 stats, Pahanga village is also a gram panchayat.
Pahanga has its own place in the vibrant Jajapur 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 Pahanga
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Pahanga is 400630. The village spans a total geographical area of 691 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 755015. Jajapur is nearest town to Pahanga village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 39km away.
When it comes to local governance, Pahanga 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 Korei Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Jajpur Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Pahanga
Population of Pahanga
Below is a concise population overview of Pahanga as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,593 | 1,315 | 1,278 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 276 | 153 | 123 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 560 | 283 | 277 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 51 | 20 | 31 |
| Literate Population | 1,878 | 999 | 879 |
| Illiterate Population | 715 | 316 | 399 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Pahanga village:
- The total population of Pahanga village is around 2,593, including approximately 1,315 males and 1,278 females, with a sex ratio of 971 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 276 children aged 0–6 years in Pahanga village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Pahanga village has 560 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 51 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Pahanga village is about 72.43%, with male literacy at 75.97% and female literacy at 68.78%.
- There are around 550 households in Pahanga village.
Connectivity of Pahanga
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Pahanga. As per the 2011 stats, Pahanga had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Pahanga
Knowing the nearby villages of Pahanga helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Pahanga.
Frequently Asked Questions about Pahanga
- Where is Pahanga located?
- Pahanga village is situated in Jajapur Road Tehsil, within the Jajapur district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Pahanga?
- Pahanga serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Pahanga?
- The pincode of Pahanga is 755015, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Pahanga as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Pahanga is 2,593, with 1,315 males and 1,278 females.
- How many households are there in Pahanga as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Pahanga village has a total of 550 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Pahanga as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Pahanga is 72.43%. The male literacy rate is 75.97%, while the female literacy rate is 68.78%.