Pakardan - Basti
Pakardan is a village situated in the Basti tehsil of Basti district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 26 km from Basti, which serves as both the tehsil and district headquarters. Suarha serves as the Gram Panchayat for Pakardan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pakardan is 181397. The village covers a total geographical area of 51.56 hectares and falls under the 272301 pincode. Basti is the nearest town, located about 6 km away.
Pakardan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mahadewa Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Basti Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Pakardan
As per Census 2011, Pakardan village has a total population of 717 people, consisting of 403 males and 314 females. The village has 133 households and a sex ratio of 779 females per 1,000 males. There are 107 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 379 literate and 338 illiterate residents. Additionally, 264 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Pakardan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 717 | 403 | 314 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 107 | 69 | 38 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 264 | 154 | 110 |
| Literate Population | 379 | 231 | 148 |
| Illiterate Population | 338 | 172 | 166 |
Nearby Villages of Pakardan
Pakardan is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Pakardan
Pakardan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Basti to Pakardan is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Basti to Pakardan is about 26 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Pakardan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pakardan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Pakardan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pakardan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Pakardan
Where is Pakardan located?
Pakardan village is located in Basti Tehsil, Basti district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pakardan?
The Gram Panchayat of Pakardan is Suarha.
What is the pincode of Pakardan?
The pincode of Pakardan is 272301.
What is the population of Pakardan?
Pakardan has a total population of 717, including 403 males and 314 females.
How many households are there in Pakardan?
There are 133 households in Pakardan.
What is the literacy rate in Pakardan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pakardan is 52.86%. Male literacy is 57.32% and female literacy is 47.13%.