Pidiyakot - Orchha, Narayanpur
Pidiyakot is a village situated in the Orchha tehsil of Narayanpur district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 50 km from the tehsil headquarters in Orchha and around 115 km from the district headquarters in Narayanpur. Pidiyakote serves as the Gram Panchayat for Pidiyakot village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pidiyakot is 450028. The village falls under the 494661 pincode. Bharamgarh is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Pidiyakot village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Narayanpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bastar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Pidiyakot
According to the 2011 Census, Pidiyakot village had a total population of 570 people, including 303 males and 267 females, living in 117 households. The sex ratio was 881 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 18.37%, with male literacy at 24.05% and female literacy at 11.84%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 570.
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 | 570 | 303 | 267 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 80 | 41 | 39 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 570 | 303 | 267 |
| Literate Population | 90 | 63 | 27 |
| Illiterate Population | 480 | 240 | 240 |
Nearby Villages of Pidiyakot
Pidiyakot 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 Pidiyakot
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Pidiyakot.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bharamgarh to Pidiyakot is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Narayanpur to Pidiyakot is about 115 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Pidiyakot
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pidiyakot village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Pidiyakot
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pidiyakot village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Pidiyakot
Where is Pidiyakot located?
Pidiyakot village is located in Orchha Tehsil, Narayanpur district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pidiyakot?
The Gram Panchayat of Pidiyakot is Pidiyakote.
What is the pincode of Pidiyakot?
The pincode of Pidiyakot is 494661.
What is the population of Pidiyakot?
Pidiyakot had a total population of 570, including 303 males and 267 females.
How many households are there in Pidiyakot?
Pidiyakot had 117 households.
What is the literacy rate in Pidiyakot?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pidiyakot was 18.37%. Male literacy was 24.05% and female literacy was 11.84%.