Pirai
Pirai is a village located in Bagicha tehsil of Jashpur district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 12km away from sub-district headquarter Bagicha (tehsildar office) and 80km away from district headquarter Jashpur Nagar. As per 2009 stats, Pirai village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Pirai unique in its vibrant Bagicha-Jashpur region. You’ll see Pirai’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Pirai
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Pirai is 433688. The village spans a total geographical area of 1234.1 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 494665. Bagicha is nearest town to Pirai village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 12km away.
When it comes to local governance, Pirai 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 Jashpur Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Raigarh Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Pirai
Population of Pirai
According to the 2011 Census, Pirai has a total population of about 1,671, with approximately 831 males and 840 females. The sex ratio is around 1010 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 229 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. Details about the Scheduled Castes (SC) community are not available. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 1,393. The overall literacy rate is approximately 63.79%, with male literacy at about 71.12% and female literacy near 56.55%. There are around 348 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Pirai's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,671 | 831 | 840 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 229 | 115 | 114 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,393 | 698 | 695 |
| Literate Population | 1,066 | 591 | 475 |
| Illiterate Population | 605 | 240 | 365 |
Connectivity of Pirai
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Pirai. As per the 2011 stats, Pirai 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 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Pirai
Knowing the nearby villages of Pirai helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Pirai.
Frequently Asked Questions about Pirai
- Where is Pirai located?
- Pirai village is situated in Bagicha Tehsil, within the Jashpur district of Chhattisgarh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Pirai?
- Pirai serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Pirai?
- The pincode of Pirai is 494665, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Pirai as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Pirai is 1,671, with 831 males and 840 females.
- How many households are there in Pirai as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Pirai village has a total of 348 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Pirai as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Pirai is 63.79%. The male literacy rate is 71.12%, while the female literacy rate is 56.55%.