Paik Tola - Manigachhi, Darbhanga
Paik Tola is a village situated in the Manigachhi subdivision of Darbhanga district, Bihar. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Manigachhi and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Darbhanga. Paiktol Jatuka serves as the Gram Panchayat for Paik Tola village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Paik Tola is 227124. The village covers a total geographical area of 359 hectares and falls under the 847233 pincode. Darbhanga is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Paik Tola village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Paik Tola
As per Census 2011, Paik Tola village has a total population of 3,470 people, consisting of 1,773 males and 1,697 females. The village has 683 households and a sex ratio of 957 females per 1,000 males. There are 679 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,428 literate and 2,042 illiterate residents. Additionally, 536 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Paik Tola are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,470 | 1,773 | 1,697 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 679 | 324 | 355 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 536 | 285 | 251 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Literate Population | 1,428 | 904 | 524 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,042 | 869 | 1,173 |
Nearby Villages of Paik Tola
Paik Tola 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 Paik Tola
Paik Tola is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. Paik Tola has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Darbhanga to Paik Tola is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Paik Tola
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Paik Tola village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Paik Tola
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Paik Tola village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Paik Tola
Where is Paik Tola located?
Paik Tola village is located in Manigachhi Subdivision, Darbhanga district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Paik Tola?
The Gram Panchayat of Paik Tola is Paiktol Jatuka.
What is the pincode of Paik Tola?
The pincode of Paik Tola is 847233.
What is the population of Paik Tola?
Paik Tola has a total population of 3,470, including 1,773 males and 1,697 females.
How many households are there in Paik Tola?
There are 683 households in Paik Tola.
What is the literacy rate in Paik Tola?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Paik Tola is 41.15%. Male literacy is 50.99% and female literacy is 30.88%.