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.

Pakan has its own place in the vibrant Firozpur 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 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.

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Population of Pakan

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
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

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

  • The total population of Pakan village is around 3,031, including approximately 1,562 males and 1,469 females, with a sex ratio of 940 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 390 children aged 0–6 years in Pakan village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Pakan village has 1,106 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Pakan village is about 56.68%, with male literacy at 62.36% and female literacy at 50.65%.
  • There are around 585 households in Pakan village.

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.

Sahiwala Halimwala Roranwala Naukerian Jandwala Bhimeshah Bananwala Mulianwali Arniwala Sheikh Subhan Mahuana Jhotianwali Aliana

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%.