Pacharon - Varanasi Sadar, Varanasi
Pacharon is a village situated in the Varanasi Sadar tehsil of Varanasi district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 16 km from Varanasi and around 16 km from Varanasi. Pacharaw serves as the Gram Panchayat for Pacharon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pacharon is 209655. The village covers a total geographical area of 269.94 hectares and falls under the 221116 pincode.
Pacharon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Shivpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Chandauli Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Pacharon
As per Census 2011, Pacharon village has a total population of 4,534 people, consisting of 2,373 males and 2,161 females. The village has 658 households and a sex ratio of 910 females per 1,000 males. There are 852 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,545 literate and 1,989 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,007 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 32 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Pacharon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,534 | 2,373 | 2,161 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 852 | 439 | 413 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,007 | 514 | 493 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 32 | 17 | 15 |
| Literate Population | 2,545 | 1,524 | 1,021 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,989 | 849 | 1,140 |
Nearby Villages of Pacharon
Pacharon 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Foolpur | South-West | 0.96 km |
| Kadipoor Khurd | North-West | 1.76 km |
| Marhni | South-West | 1.88 km |
| Milkapur | West | 1.89 km |
| Jalhupur | North-East | 2.13 km |
| Ramana | North | 2.64 km |
| Gaura Khurd | South-West | 2.68 km |
| Tofapur | North-West | 2.74 km |
| Shankarpur | West | 2.97 km |
| Mustafabad | South-East | 3.09 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Pacharon
Pacharon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Sarnath, while the nearest airport is Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 22.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| 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 Varanasi to Pacharon is about 16 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Pacharon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pacharon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Pacharon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pacharon 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Pacharon
Where is Pacharon located?
Pacharon village is located in Varanasi Sadar Tehsil, Varanasi district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pacharon?
The Gram Panchayat of Pacharon is Pacharaw.
What is the pincode of Pacharon?
The pincode of Pacharon is 221116.
What is the population of Pacharon?
Pacharon has a total population of 4,534, including 2,373 males and 2,161 females.
How many households are there in Pacharon?
There are 658 households in Pacharon.
What is the literacy rate in Pacharon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pacharon is 56.13%. Male literacy is 64.22% and female literacy is 47.25%.