Piotha

Piotha is a village located in Arki tehsil of Solan district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 65km away from district headquarter Arki. Arki is the sub-district headquarter of Piotha village. As per 2009 stats, Dadhogi is the gram panchayat of Piotha village.

Here you can discover what makes Piotha unique in its vibrant Arki-Solan region. You’ll see Piotha’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 Piotha

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Piotha is 020068. The village spans a total geographical area of 43 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 173208. Arki is nearest town to Piotha village for all major economic activities.

When it comes to local governance, Piotha 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 Arki Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Shimla Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Piotha

According to the 2011 Census, Piotha has a total population of about 173, with approximately 86 males and 87 females. The sex ratio is around 1011 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 13 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 3 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 84.97%, with male literacy at about 89.53% and female literacy near 80.46%. There are around 33 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Piotha's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 173 86 87
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 13 8 5
Scheduled Castes (SC) 3 3 N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 147 77 70
Illiterate Population 26 9 17

Connectivity of Piotha

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Piotha. As per the 2011 stats, Piotha had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within village
Private Bus Service Available within village
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Piotha

Knowing the nearby villages of Piotha helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Piotha.

Frequently Asked Questions about Piotha

Where is Piotha located?
Piotha village is situated in Arki Tehsil, within the Solan district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Piotha?
The Gram Panchayat of Piotha is Dadhogi (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Piotha?
The pincode of Piotha is 173208, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Piotha as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Piotha is 173, with 86 males and 87 females.
How many households are there in Piotha as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Piotha village has a total of 33 households.
What is the literacy rate in Piotha as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Piotha is 84.97%. The male literacy rate is 89.53%, while the female literacy rate is 80.46%.