Pachrukhia - Islampur, Nalanda
Pachrukhia is a village situated in the Islampur subdivision of Nalanda district, Bihar. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Islampur and around 53 km from the district headquarters in Biharsharif. Bardaha serves as the Gram Panchayat for Pachrukhia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pachrukhia is 244978. The village covers a total geographical area of 42 hectares and falls under the 801303 pincode. Islampur is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Pachrukhia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Pachrukhia
According to the 2011 Census, Pachrukhia village had a total population of 530 people, including 285 males and 245 females, living in 95 households. The sex ratio was 860 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 62.30%, with male literacy at 76.35% and female literacy at 44.85%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 73.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 530 | 285 | 245 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 95 | 44 | 51 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 73 | 39 | 34 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 271 | 184 | 87 |
| Illiterate Population | 259 | 101 | 158 |
Nearby Villages of Pachrukhia
Pachrukhia 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 Pachrukhia
Pachrukhia is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 1-2 km of Pachrukhia.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 1-2 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Islampur to Pachrukhia is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Biharsharif to Pachrukhia is about 53 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 Pachrukhia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pachrukhia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Pachrukhia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pachrukhia village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Pachrukhia
Where is Pachrukhia located?
Pachrukhia village is located in Islampur Subdivision, Nalanda district, Bihar, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Pachrukhia?
The Gram Panchayat of Pachrukhia is Bardaha.
What is the pincode of Pachrukhia?
The pincode of Pachrukhia is 801303.
What is the population of Pachrukhia?
Pachrukhia had a total population of 530, including 285 males and 245 females.
How many households are there in Pachrukhia?
Pachrukhia had 95 households.
What is the literacy rate in Pachrukhia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pachrukhia was 62.30%. Male literacy was 76.35% and female literacy was 44.85%.