Penkale
About Penkale
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Penkale village is 337577. Penkale village is located in Chandrakona Ii subdivision of Paschim Medinipur district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 4.9km away from sub-district headquarter Chandrakona . Midnapur is the district headquarter of Penkale village. As per 2009 stats, Basanchora is the gram panchayat of Penkale village.
The total geographical area of village is 41.7 hectares. Penkale has a total population of 259 peoples, out of which male population is 130 while female population is 129. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 992 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of penkale village is 72.97% out of which 77.69% males and 68.22% females are literate. There are about 61 houses in penkale village. Pincode of penkale village locality is 721201.
Chandrakona is nearest town to penkale village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 4km away.
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Population of Penkale
The population details of Penkale cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 259 | 130 | 129 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 30 | 16 | 14 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 26 | 14 | 12 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 189 | 101 | 88 |
| Illiterate Population | 70 | 29 | 41 |
Connectivity of Penkale
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Penkale
Where is Penkale located?
Penkale village is situated in Chandrakona Ii Subdivision, within the Paschim Medinipur district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Penkale?
The Gram Panchayat of Penkale is Basanchora (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Penkale?
The pincode of Penkale is 721201, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Penkale as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Penkale is 259, with 130 males and 129 females.
How many households are there in Penkale as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Penkale village has a total of 61 households.
What is the literacy rate in Penkale as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Penkale is 72.97%. The male literacy rate is 77.69%, while the female literacy rate is 68.22%.