Pencharthal
Pencharthal is a Town and Subdivision in North Tripura District of Tripura. In India, a subdivision is a sub-division of a district that is responsible for the administration and revenue collection of a particular area within the district. It is an important part of the local governance structure, and plays a crucial role in the development and administration of its local community.
According to Census 2011, the sub-district code of Pencharthal Block (CD) is 01958. The total area of Pencharthal Subdivision is 151 km². Pencharthal has a sex ratio of approximately 956 females per 1,000 males.
List of Villages in Pencharthal Subdivision
Pencharthal Subdivision has a total of 16 villages, each with its own identity, gram panchayat, and local lifestyle. These villages form the real backbone of the region, where everyday life is rooted in agriculture, tradition, and community ties. The list below shows all villages in Pencharthal Subdivision, along with their respective gram panchayat and nearest town.
| # | Village Name | Gram Panchayat | Nearest Town |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Baghaichhara | N/A | Kailasahar (43 km) |
| 2 | Birchandranagar | N/A | Peeharthal (4 km) |
| 3 | Dakshin Machmara | N/A | Kumarghat (28 km) |
| 4 | Deo Reserve Forest | N/A | Kumarghat (10 km) |
| 5 | Dewanbari | N/A | Kumarghat (23 km) |
| 6 | Dhanichhara | N/A | Kumarghat (12 km) |
| 7 | Karaichhara | N/A | Kailasahar (43 km) |
| 8 | Lakshmanchhara | N/A | Peerarthal (1 km) |
| 9 | Laljuri | N/A | Kailashwar (25 km) |
| 10 | Nabinchhara | N/A | Peeharthal (7 km) |
| 11 | Nalkata | N/A | Kailasahar (40 km) |
| 12 | Paschim Andharchhara | N/A | Kailasahar (43 km) |
| 13 | Pencharthal | N/A | Peeharthal (7 km) |
| 14 | Purba Andharchhara | N/A | Paharthal (3 km) |
| 15 | Rabiraipara | N/A | Kumarghat (26 km) |
| 16 | Uttar Machmara | N/A | Kumarghat (20 km) |
Population of Pencharthal Subdivision
The population profile of Pencharthal Subdivision offers a deeper understanding of how people are settled across its rural and urban parts. The following sections provide key insights into total population, household distribution, literacy, and age demographics — data that plays a vital role in planning development work and allocating public resources effectively.
Basic Population Details
This section offers a snapshot of Pencharthal Subdivision's population composition, including male-female ratio, child population, and how literacy levels vary between villages and towns.
| Particulars | Total | Rural | Urban |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 43,146 | 43,146 | N/A |
| Male Population | 22,048 | 22,048 | N/A |
| Female Population | 21,098 | 21,098 | N/A |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 6,414 | 6,414 | N/A |
| Male Child Population (Age 0–6) | 3,282 | 3,282 | N/A |
| Female Child Population (Age 0–6) | 3,132 | 3,132 | N/A |
| Literate Population | 29,951 | 29,951 | N/A |
| Literate Male Population | 16,582 | 16,582 | N/A |
| Literate Female Population | 13,369 | 13,369 | N/A |
| Illiterate Population | 13,195 | 13,195 | N/A |
| Illiterate Male Population | 5,466 | 5,466 | N/A |
| Illiterate Female Population | 7,729 | 7,729 | N/A |
| Total Households | 9,207 | 9,207 | N/A |
Here’s a simplified summary based on Census 2011 stats:
- Total population is approximately 43,146 people. Includes nearly 22,048 males and 21,098 females. Rural population is about 43,146 people.
- There are around 6,414 children aged 0 to 6 years. This includes approximately 3,282 boys and 3,132 girls.
- Literate population is about 29,951 people. Non-literate population is around 13,195 people.
- There are nearly 9,207 households.
Social Structure and Density
This section offers a snapshot of social structure in Pencharthal Subdivision, highlighting the SC and ST population across rural and urban areas, as well as how densely people live in different parts of the region.
| Particulars | Total | Rural | Urban |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total SC Population | 2,191 | 2,191 | N/A |
| SC Male Population | 1,110 | 1,110 | N/A |
| SC Female Population | 1,081 | 1,081 | N/A |
| Total ST Population | 25,543 | 25,543 | N/A |
| ST Male Population | 13,054 | 13,054 | N/A |
| ST Female Population | 12,489 | 12,489 | N/A |
| Population Density | 286 / km² | 286 / km² | N/A |
Here’s a simplified summary based on Census 2011 stats:
- Scheduled Caste (SC) population in Pencharthal Subdivision is approximately 2,191 people, including 1,110 males and 1,081 females. Around 2,191 people live in rural parts.
- Scheduled Tribe (ST) population in Pencharthal Subdivision is about 25,543 people, including 13,054 males and 12,489 females. Around 25,543 live in villages or rural parts.
- In terms of density, overall population density is around 286 people per square kilometre, rural areas have about 286 people per sq. km.