Penera

Penera is a village located in Vishnupur subdivision of Bankura district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 11.3km away from sub-district headquarter Vishnupur. Bankura is the district headquarter of Penera village. As per 2009 stats, Uliara is the gram panchayat of Penera village.

Penera has its own place in the vibrant Bankura region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Penera

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Penera is 328229. The village spans a total geographical area of 227.88 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 722157. Bishnupur is nearest town to Penera village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 14km away.

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Population of Penera

Below is a concise population overview of Penera as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,026 543 483
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 122 68 54
Scheduled Castes (SC) 409 217 192
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 1 1 N/A
Literate Population 608 359 249
Illiterate Population 418 184 234

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Penera village:

  • The total population of Penera village is around 1,026, including approximately 543 males and 483 females, with a sex ratio of 889 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 122 children aged 0–6 years in Penera village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Penera village has 409 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 1 person from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Penera village is about 59.26%, with male literacy at 66.11% and female literacy at 51.55%.
  • There are around 218 households in Penera village.

Connectivity of Penera

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

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within village
Railway Station Available within 5 - 10 km distance

Nearby Villages of Penera

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Penera

Where is Penera located?
Penera village is situated in Vishnupur Subdivision, within the Bankura district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Penera?
The Gram Panchayat of Penera is Uliara (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Penera?
The pincode of Penera is 722157, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Penera as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Penera is 1,026, with 543 males and 483 females.
How many households are there in Penera as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Penera village has a total of 218 households.
What is the literacy rate in Penera as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Penera is 59.26%. The male literacy rate is 66.11%, while the female literacy rate is 51.55%.