Paik Tola - Dumra, Sitamarhi
Paik Tola is a village situated in the Dumra subdivision of Sitamarhi district, Bihar. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dumra and around 10 km from the district headquarters in Sitamarhi. Mishraulia serves as the Gram Panchayat for Paik Tola village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Paik Tola is 219609. The village covers a total geographical area of 406.7 hectares and falls under the 843302 pincode. Sitamarhi is the nearest town, located about 10 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 3,838 people, consisting of 2,039 males and 1,799 females. The village has 756 households and a sex ratio of 882 females per 1,000 males. There are 758 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,276 literate and 2,562 illiterate residents. Additionally, 893 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 | 3,838 | 2,039 | 1,799 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 758 | 392 | 366 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 893 | 467 | 426 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | - | 1 |
| Literate Population | 1,276 | 882 | 394 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,562 | 1,157 | 1,405 |
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
Public transport in the Paik Tola is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Paik Tola.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Sitamarhi to Paik Tola is about 10 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 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 1-2 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) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Paik Tola
Where is Paik Tola located?
Paik Tola village is located in Dumra Subdivision, Sitamarhi district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Paik Tola?
The Gram Panchayat of Paik Tola is Mishraulia.
What is the pincode of Paik Tola?
The pincode of Paik Tola is 843302.
What is the population of Paik Tola?
Paik Tola has a total population of 3,838, including 2,039 males and 1,799 females.
How many households are there in Paik Tola?
There are 756 households in Paik Tola.
What is the literacy rate in Paik Tola?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Paik Tola is 33.25%. Male literacy is 43.26% and female literacy is 21.90%.