Piraiya
Piraiya is a village located in Bilha tehsil of Bilaspur district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 29km away from sub-district headquarter Bilha (tehsildar office) and 21km away from district headquarter Bilaspur. As per 2009 stats, Piraiya village is also a gram panchayat.
Piraiya has its own place in the vibrant Bilaspur region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Piraiya
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Piraiya is 439025. The village spans a total geographical area of 559.14 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 495550. Bodri is nearest town to Piraiya village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 20km away.
When it comes to local governance, Piraiya village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Bilha Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Bilaspur Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Piraiya
Population of Piraiya
Below is a concise population overview of Piraiya as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,664 | 883 | 781 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 276 | 159 | 117 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 796 | 427 | 369 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 169 | 82 | 87 |
| Literate Population | 836 | 506 | 330 |
| Illiterate Population | 828 | 377 | 451 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Piraiya village:
- The total population of Piraiya village is around 1,664, including approximately 883 males and 781 females, with a sex ratio of 884 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 276 children aged 0–6 years in Piraiya village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Piraiya village has 796 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 169 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Piraiya village is about 50.24%, with male literacy at 57.30% and female literacy at 42.25%.
- There are around 382 households in Piraiya village.
Connectivity of Piraiya
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Piraiya. As per the 2011 stats, Piraiya had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Piraiya
Knowing the nearby villages of Piraiya helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Piraiya.
Frequently Asked Questions about Piraiya
- Where is Piraiya located?
- Piraiya village is situated in Bilha Tehsil, within the Bilaspur district of Chhattisgarh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Piraiya?
- Piraiya serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Piraiya?
- The pincode of Piraiya is 495550, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Piraiya as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Piraiya is 1,664, with 883 males and 781 females.
- How many households are there in Piraiya as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Piraiya village has a total of 382 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Piraiya as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Piraiya is 50.24%. The male literacy rate is 57.30%, while the female literacy rate is 42.25%.