Pitat - Piro, Bhojpur
Pitat is a village situated in the Piro subdivision of Bhojpur district, Bihar. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Piro and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Arrah. Kothuan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Pitat village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pitat is 247331. The village covers a total geographical area of 217.36 hectares and falls under the 802202 pincode. Piro is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Pitat village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jagdishpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Arrah Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Pitat
As per Census 2011, Pitat village has a total population of 892 people, consisting of 421 males and 471 females. The village has 165 households and a sex ratio of 1,118 females per 1,000 males. There are 168 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 514 literate and 378 illiterate residents. Additionally, 189 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Pitat are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 892 | 421 | 471 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 168 | 84 | 84 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 189 | 96 | 93 |
| Literate Population | 514 | 289 | 225 |
| Illiterate Population | 378 | 132 | 246 |
Nearby Villages of Pitat
Pitat 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 Pitat
Pitat 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 Piro to Pitat is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Arrah to Pitat is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Pitat
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pitat village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Pitat
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pitat 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 <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Pitat
Where is Pitat located?
Pitat village is located in Piro Subdivision, Bhojpur district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pitat?
The Gram Panchayat of Pitat is Kothuan.
What is the pincode of Pitat?
The pincode of Pitat is 802202.
What is the population of Pitat?
Pitat has a total population of 892, including 421 males and 471 females.
How many households are there in Pitat?
There are 165 households in Pitat.
What is the literacy rate in Pitat?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pitat is 57.62%. Male literacy is 68.65% and female literacy is 47.77%.