Pensra
Pensra is a village located in Garhshankar tehsil of Hoshiarpur district in Punjab, India. It is situated 13km away from sub-district headquarter Garhshankar (tehsildar office) and 33km away from district headquarter Hoshiarpur. As per 2009 stats, Painsra is the gram panchayat of Pensra village.
Here you can discover what makes Pensra unique in its vibrant Garhshankar-Hoshiarpur region. You’ll see Pensra’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 Pensra
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Pensra is 031929. The village spans a total geographical area of 267 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 144214. Hoshiarpur is nearest town to Pensra village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Pensra
Population of Pensra
According to the 2011 Census, Pensra has a total population of about 885, with approximately 443 males and 442 females. The sex ratio is around 997 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 75 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 539 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 72.66%, with male literacy at about 74.94% and female literacy near 70.36%. There are around 165 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Pensra's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 885 | 443 | 442 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 75 | 40 | 35 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 539 | 267 | 272 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 643 | 332 | 311 |
| Illiterate Population | 242 | 111 | 131 |
Connectivity of Pensra
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Pensra. As per the 2011 stats, Pensra 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 Pensra
Knowing the nearby villages of Pensra helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Pensra.
Frequently Asked Questions about Pensra
- Where is Pensra located?
- Pensra village is situated in Garhshankar Tehsil, within the Hoshiarpur district of Punjab, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Pensra?
- The Gram Panchayat of Pensra is Painsra (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Pensra?
- The pincode of Pensra is 144214, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Pensra as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Pensra is 885, with 443 males and 442 females.
- How many households are there in Pensra as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Pensra village has a total of 165 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Pensra as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Pensra is 72.66%. The male literacy rate is 74.94%, while the female literacy rate is 70.36%.