Pakria - Tilhar, Shahjahanpur
Pakria is a village situated in the Tilhar tehsil of Shahjahanpur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tilhar and around 36 km from the district headquarters in Shahjahanpur. Pakadia serves as the Gram Panchayat for Pakria village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pakria is 133659. The village covers a total geographical area of 122.47 hectares and falls under the 242307 pincode. Shahjahanpur is the nearest town.
Pakria village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Tilhar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shahjahanpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Pakria
According to the 2011 Census, Pakria village had a total population of 1,151 people, including 603 males and 548 females, living in 183 households. The sex ratio was 909 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 62.68%, with male literacy at 75.05% and female literacy at 49.07%.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,151 | 603 | 548 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 248 | 130 | 118 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 566 | 355 | 211 |
| Illiterate Population | 585 | 248 | 337 |
Nearby Villages of Pakria
Pakria 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Chakuliya | East | 1.25 km |
| Brah Mohabbatpur | South-West | 1.81 km |
| Kukha Mahmoodpur | North | 1.87 km |
| Bhurkhunda | West | 2.02 km |
| Bathui Akka | South-East | 2.05 km |
| Chakkarmali | North-East | 2.20 km |
| Gori Khera | North-West | 2.31 km |
| Dhakiya Ragha | South | 2.48 km |
| Itaua | South-West | 2.88 km |
| Dhamanpur | South | 2.89 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Pakria
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Pakria. The nearest railway station is Nigohi, while the nearest airport is Pantnagar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 93.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Shahjahanpur to Pakria is about 36 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 Pakria
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pakria 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Pakria
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pakria 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 Pakria
Where is Pakria located?
Pakria village is located in Tilhar Tehsil, Shahjahanpur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pakria?
The Gram Panchayat of Pakria is Pakadia.
What is the pincode of Pakria?
The pincode of Pakria is 242307.
What is the population of Pakria?
Pakria had a total population of 1,151, including 603 males and 548 females.
How many households are there in Pakria?
Pakria had 183 households.
What is the literacy rate in Pakria?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pakria was 62.68%. Male literacy was 75.05% and female literacy was 49.07%.