Pahiya
Pahiya is a village located in Pratappur tehsil of Surguja district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 8km away from sub-district headquarter Pratappur (tehsildar office) and 48km away from district headquarter Ambikapur. As per 2009 stats, Pahiya village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Pahiya unique in its vibrant Pratappur-Surguja region. You’ll see Pahiya’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 Pahiya
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Pahiya is 432239. The village spans a total geographical area of 393.84 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 497223. Pratappur is nearest town to Pahiya village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 8km away.
Google Map of Pahiya
Population of Pahiya
According to the 2011 Census, Pahiya has a total population of about 1,119, with approximately 552 males and 567 females. The sex ratio is around 1027 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 197 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 11 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 815. The overall literacy rate is approximately 41.38%, with male literacy at about 50.72% and female literacy near 32.28%. There are around 242 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Pahiya's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,119 | 552 | 567 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 197 | 92 | 105 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 11 | 6 | 5 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 815 | 411 | 404 |
| Literate Population | 463 | 280 | 183 |
| Illiterate Population | 656 | 272 | 384 |
Connectivity of Pahiya
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Pahiya. As per the 2011 stats, Pahiya 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 Pahiya
Knowing the nearby villages of Pahiya helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Pahiya.
Frequently Asked Questions about Pahiya
- Where is Pahiya located?
- Pahiya village is situated in Pratappur Tehsil, within the Surguja district of Chhattisgarh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Pahiya?
- Pahiya serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Pahiya?
- The pincode of Pahiya is 497223, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Pahiya as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Pahiya is 1,119, with 552 males and 567 females.
- How many households are there in Pahiya as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Pahiya village has a total of 242 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Pahiya as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Pahiya is 41.38%. The male literacy rate is 50.72%, while the female literacy rate is 32.28%.