Pakan
Pakan is a village located in Fazilka tehsil of Firozpur district in Punjab, India. It is situated 32km away from sub-district headquarter Fazilka (tehsildar office) and 80km away from district headquarter Firozpur. As per 2009 stats, Pakan village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Pakan unique in its vibrant Fazilka-Firozpur region. You’ll see Pakan’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 Pakan
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Pakan is 035021. The village spans a total geographical area of 1305 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 152124. Muktsar is nearest town to Pakan village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Pakan
Population of Pakan
According to the 2011 Census, Pakan has a total population of about 3,031, with approximately 1,562 males and 1,469 females. The sex ratio is around 940 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 390 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 1,106 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 56.68%, with male literacy at about 62.36% and female literacy near 50.65%. There are around 585 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Pakan's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,031 | 1,562 | 1,469 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 390 | 198 | 192 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,106 | 563 | 543 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,718 | 974 | 744 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,313 | 588 | 725 |
Connectivity of Pakan
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Pakan. As per the 2011 stats, Pakan 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 village |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Pakan
Knowing the nearby villages of Pakan helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Pakan.
Frequently Asked Questions about Pakan
- Where is Pakan located?
- Pakan village is situated in Fazilka Tehsil, within the Firozpur district of Punjab, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Pakan?
- Pakan serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Pakan?
- The pincode of Pakan is 152124, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Pakan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Pakan is 3,031, with 1,562 males and 1,469 females.
- How many households are there in Pakan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Pakan village has a total of 585 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Pakan as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Pakan is 56.68%. The male literacy rate is 62.36%, while the female literacy rate is 50.65%.