Pakurya
Pakurya is a village located in Sahid Matangini subdivision of Purba Medinipur district in West Bengal, India. Tamluk and Burarihat are the district & sub-district headquarters of Pakurya village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Raghunathpur I is the gram panchayat of Pakurya village.
Here you can discover what makes Pakurya unique in its vibrant Sahid Matangini-Purba Medinipur region. You’ll see Pakurya’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 Pakurya
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Pakurya is 344640. The village spans a total geographical area of 92.01 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 721668. Tamluk is nearest town to Pakurya village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 8km away.
Google Map of Pakurya
Population of Pakurya
According to the 2011 Census, Pakurya has a total population of about 2,523, with approximately 1,325 males and 1,198 females. The sex ratio is around 904 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 311 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 507 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 78.16%, with male literacy at about 81.81% and female literacy near 74.12%. There are around 557 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Pakurya's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,523 | 1,325 | 1,198 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 311 | 173 | 138 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 507 | 266 | 241 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,972 | 1,084 | 888 |
| Illiterate Population | 551 | 241 | 310 |
Connectivity of Pakurya
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Pakurya. As per the 2011 stats, Pakurya had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Pakurya
Knowing the nearby villages of Pakurya helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Pakurya.
Frequently Asked Questions about Pakurya
- Where is Pakurya located?
- Pakurya village is situated in Sahid Matangini Subdivision, within the Purba Medinipur district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Pakurya?
- The Gram Panchayat of Pakurya is Raghunathpur I (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Pakurya?
- The pincode of Pakurya is 721668, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Pakurya as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Pakurya is 2,523, with 1,325 males and 1,198 females.
- How many households are there in Pakurya as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Pakurya village has a total of 557 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Pakurya as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Pakurya is 78.16%. The male literacy rate is 81.81%, while the female literacy rate is 74.12%.