Pinjora - Kako, Jehanabad
Pinjora is a village situated in the Kako subdivision of Jehanabad district, Bihar. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kako and around 8 km from the district headquarters in Jehanabad . Pinjora village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pinjora is 260328. The village covers a total geographical area of 177 hectares and falls under the 804418 pincode. Jehanabad is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Pinjora village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Makhdumpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jahanabad Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Pinjora
As per Census 2011, Pinjora village has a total population of 2,502 people, consisting of 1,317 males and 1,185 females. The village has 361 households and a sex ratio of 899 females per 1,000 males. There are 569 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,100 literate and 1,402 illiterate residents. Additionally, 649 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Pinjora are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,502 | 1,317 | 1,185 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 569 | 304 | 265 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 649 | 332 | 317 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Literate Population | 1,100 | 703 | 397 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,402 | 614 | 788 |
Nearby Villages of Pinjora
Pinjora is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Imalia | East | 1.19 km |
| Basantpur Harahar | North-East | 1.38 km |
| Nerthua | West | 1.41 km |
| Kishunpur | South | 1.53 km |
| Lala Chak | East | 1.55 km |
| Harahar | North-East | 1.77 km |
| Bhadseri | South-East | 1.99 km |
| Maniari | North-West | 2.11 km |
| Murasa | South | 2.17 km |
| Ramzani | North | 2.39 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Pinjora
Pinjora is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Mai Halt, while the nearest airport is Muzaffarpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 90.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jehanabad to Pinjora is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Pinjora
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pinjora village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Pinjora
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pinjora village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Pinjora
Where is Pinjora located?
Pinjora village is located in Kako Subdivision, Jehanabad district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pinjora?
Pinjora is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Pinjora?
The pincode of Pinjora is 804418.
What is the population of Pinjora?
Pinjora has a total population of 2,502, including 1,317 males and 1,185 females.
How many households are there in Pinjora?
There are 361 households in Pinjora.
What is the literacy rate in Pinjora?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pinjora is 43.96%. Male literacy is 53.38% and female literacy is 33.50%.