Pitro - Piro, Bhojpur
Pitro is a village situated in the Piro subdivision of Bhojpur district, Bihar. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Piro and around 52 km from the district headquarters in Arrah. Lahthan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Pitro village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pitro is 247327. The village covers a total geographical area of 202 hectares and falls under the 802202 pincode. Piro is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Pitro 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 Pitro
As per Census 2011, Pitro village has a total population of 3,418 people, consisting of 1,736 males and 1,682 females. The village has 545 households and a sex ratio of 968 females per 1,000 males. There are 574 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,863 literate and 1,555 illiterate residents. Additionally, 683 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Pitro are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,418 | 1,736 | 1,682 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 574 | 291 | 283 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 683 | 344 | 339 |
| Literate Population | 1,863 | 1,150 | 713 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,555 | 586 | 969 |
Nearby Villages of Pitro
Pitro 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 Pitro
Pitro is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Pitro.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Piro to Pitro is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Arrah to Pitro is about 52 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Pitro
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pitro village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Pitro
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pitro village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Pitro
Where is Pitro located?
Pitro village is located in Piro Subdivision, Bhojpur district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pitro?
The Gram Panchayat of Pitro is Lahthan.
What is the pincode of Pitro?
The pincode of Pitro is 802202.
What is the population of Pitro?
Pitro has a total population of 3,418, including 1,736 males and 1,682 females.
How many households are there in Pitro?
There are 545 households in Pitro.
What is the literacy rate in Pitro?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pitro is 54.51%. Male literacy is 66.24% and female literacy is 42.39%.