Penchara
About Penchara
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Penchara village is 331109. Penchara village is located in Puncha subdivision of Puruliya district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 14.4km away from sub-district headquarter Puncha (tehsildar office) and 23.4km away from district headquarter Purulia. As per 2009 stats, Panipathar is the gram panchayat of Penchara village.
The total geographical area of village is 492.44 hectares. Penchara has a total population of 2,614 peoples, out of which male population is 1,344 while female population is 1,270. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 944 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of penchara village is 58.45% out of which 70.39% males and 45.83% females are literate. There are about 467 houses in penchara village. Pincode of penchara village locality is 723101.
Puruliya is nearest town to penchara village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 24km away.
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Population of Penchara
The population details of Penchara 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 | 2,614 | 1,344 | 1,270 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 366 | 188 | 178 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 246 | 118 | 128 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 290 | 148 | 142 |
| Literate Population | 1,528 | 946 | 582 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,086 | 398 | 688 |
Connectivity of Penchara
| 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 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Penchara
Where is Penchara located?
Penchara village is situated in Puncha Subdivision, within the Puruliya district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Penchara?
The Gram Panchayat of Penchara is Panipathar (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Penchara?
The pincode of Penchara is 723101, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Penchara as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Penchara is 2,614, with 1,344 males and 1,270 females.
How many households are there in Penchara as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Penchara village has a total of 467 households.
What is the literacy rate in Penchara as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Penchara is 58.45%. The male literacy rate is 70.39%, while the female literacy rate is 45.83%.