Answer

In Prakrit, “panko” is generally written as “paṃka” or “paṃko”, meaning mud / dirt.

Explanation

• Sanskrit: paṅka
• Prakrit: paṃka / paṃko
• Meaning: mud, mire, filth

Spiritual Understanding

In Jain texts, words related to paṃka can symbolize impurity or attachment to worldly matter. Such terms often remind us of the importance of inner cleanliness, simplicity, and detachment.

Takeaway

If you want, I can also give you the Prakrit-to-Sanskrit meaning of more Jain words.