Panktor

Panktor is a village located in Gangajalghati subdivision of Bankura district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 13.9km away from sub-district headquarter Amarkanan. Bankura is the district headquarter of Panktor village. As per 2009 stats, Barshal is the gram panchayat of Panktor village.

Here you can discover what makes Panktor unique in its vibrant Gangajalghati-Bankura region. You’ll see Panktor’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.

About Panktor

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Panktor is 326195. The village spans a total geographical area of 343.98 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 722183. Durgapur is nearest town to Panktor village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 26km away.

When it comes to local governance, Panktor village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Saltora Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Bankura Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

Google Map of Panktor

Population of Panktor

According to the 2011 Census, Panktor has a total population of about 2,494, with approximately 1,320 males and 1,174 females. The sex ratio is around 889 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 261 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 851 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 22. The overall literacy rate is approximately 64.76%, with male literacy at about 75.68% and female literacy near 52.47%. There are around 523 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Panktor's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

Connectivity of Panktor

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Panktor. As per the 2011 stats, Panktor had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Nearby Villages of Panktor

Knowing the nearby villages of Panktor helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Panktor.

Frequently Asked Questions about Panktor