Phasko
About Phasko
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Phasko village is 331194. Phasko village is located in Arsha subdivision of Puruliya district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 11.7km away from sub-district headquarter Sirkabad (tehsildar office) and 21.6km away from district headquarter Purulia. As per 2009 stats, Arsha is the gram panchayat of Phasko village.
The total geographical area of village is 349.65 hectares. Phasko has a total population of 2,458 peoples, out of which male population is 1,244 while female population is 1,214. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 975 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of phasko village is 38.24% out of which 56.19% males and 19.85% females are literate. There are about 457 houses in phasko village. Pincode of phasko village locality is 723201.
When it comes to administration, Phasko village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Phasko village comes under Joypur Vidhan Sabha constituency & Purulia Lok Sabha constituency. Bokaro is nearest town to phasko village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 63km away.
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Population of Phasko
The population details of Phasko 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 | 2,458 | 1,244 | 1,214 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 508 | 259 | 249 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 60 | 26 | 34 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 73 | 41 | 32 |
| Literate Population | 940 | 699 | 241 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,518 | 545 | 973 |
Connectivity of Phasko
| 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 Phasko
Where is Phasko located?
Phasko village is situated in Arsha Subdivision, within the Puruliya district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Phasko?
The Gram Panchayat of Phasko is Arsha (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Phasko?
The pincode of Phasko is 723201, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Phasko as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Phasko is 2,458, with 1,244 males and 1,214 females.
How many households are there in Phasko as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Phasko village has a total of 457 households.
What is the literacy rate in Phasko as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Phasko is 38.24%. The male literacy rate is 56.19%, while the female literacy rate is 19.85%.