Pakari Kalan - Lalganj, Azamgarh
Pakari Kalan is a village situated in the Lalganj tehsil of Azamgarh district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lalganj and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Azamgarh. Pakri Kala serves as the Gram Panchayat for Pakari Kalan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pakari Kalan is 195601. The village covers a total geographical area of 447.19 hectares and falls under the 276202 pincode. Azamgarh is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Pakari Kalan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mehnagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Azamgarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Pakari Kalan
As per Census 2011, Pakari Kalan village has a total population of 4,757 people, consisting of 2,286 males and 2,471 females. The village has 691 households and a sex ratio of 1,080 females per 1,000 males. There are 774 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,782 literate and 1,975 illiterate residents. Additionally, 920 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Pakari Kalan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,757 | 2,286 | 2,471 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 774 | 405 | 369 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 920 | 442 | 478 |
| Literate Population | 2,782 | 1,516 | 1,266 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,975 | 770 | 1,205 |
Nearby Villages of Pakari Kalan
Pakari Kalan is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Raipur Vikram | South-East | 1.01 km |
| Hissa Sugandha | North | 1.37 km |
| Haibatpur Dubhanw | North-West | 1.37 km |
| Dhanaya | East | 1.45 km |
| Avani | South | 1.55 km |
| Bamaya | East | 1.58 km |
| Hathinavar | East | 1.79 km |
| Hissa Harilal | North | 1.83 km |
| Parsauli | South-West | 2.10 km |
| Hissa Sohani | North-West | 2.47 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Pakari Kalan
Pakari Kalan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Sadat, while the nearest airport is Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 35.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Azamgarh to Pakari Kalan is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Azamgarh to Pakari Kalan is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Pakari Kalan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pakari Kalan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Pakari Kalan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pakari Kalan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Pakari Kalan
Where is Pakari Kalan located?
Pakari Kalan village is located in Lalganj Tehsil, Azamgarh district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pakari Kalan?
The Gram Panchayat of Pakari Kalan is Pakri Kala.
What is the pincode of Pakari Kalan?
The pincode of Pakari Kalan is 276202.
What is the population of Pakari Kalan?
Pakari Kalan has a total population of 4,757, including 2,286 males and 2,471 females.
How many households are there in Pakari Kalan?
There are 691 households in Pakari Kalan.
What is the literacy rate in Pakari Kalan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pakari Kalan is 58.48%. Male literacy is 66.32% and female literacy is 51.23%.