Piratikar - Badarpur, Sribhumi
Piratikar is a village situated in the Badarpur subdivision of Sribhumi district, Assam. It is located approximately 30 km from Badarpur and around 30 km from Karimganj. Umarpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Piratikar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Piratikar is 300196. The village covers a total geographical area of 132.95 hectares and falls under the 788712 pincode. Badarpur is the nearest town, located about 6 km away.
Piratikar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Karimganj North Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Karimganj Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Piratikar
As per Census 2011, Piratikar village has a total population of 916 people, consisting of 491 males and 425 females. The village has 186 households and a sex ratio of 865 females per 1,000 males. There are 108 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 742 literate and 174 illiterate residents. Additionally, 105 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Piratikar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 916 | 491 | 425 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 108 | 60 | 48 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 105 | 55 | 50 |
| Literate Population | 742 | 411 | 331 |
| Illiterate Population | 174 | 80 | 94 |
Nearby Villages of Piratikar
Piratikar is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Piratikar
Piratikar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Badarpur to Piratikar is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Karimganj to Piratikar is about 30 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Piratikar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Piratikar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Piratikar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Piratikar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Piratikar
Where is Piratikar located?
Piratikar village is located in Badarpur Subdivision, Sribhumi district, Assam, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Piratikar?
The Gram Panchayat of Piratikar is Umarpur.
What is the pincode of Piratikar?
The pincode of Piratikar is 788712.
What is the population of Piratikar?
Piratikar has a total population of 916, including 491 males and 425 females.
How many households are there in Piratikar?
There are 186 households in Piratikar.
What is the literacy rate in Piratikar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Piratikar is 81.00%. Male literacy is 83.71% and female literacy is 77.88%.