Peksa
Peksa is a village located in Gidhaur subdivision of Chatra district in Jharkhand, India. It is situated 5km away from sub-district headquarter Gidhaur (tehsildar office) and 17km away from district headquarter Chatra. As per 2009 stats, Barisakhi is the gram panchayat of Peksa village.
Here you can discover what makes Peksa unique in its vibrant Gidhaur-Chatra region. You’ll see Peksa’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 Peksa
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Peksa is 349238. The village spans a total geographical area of 401 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 825408. Gidhaur is nearest town to Peksa village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Peksa
Population of Peksa
According to the 2011 Census, Peksa has a total population of about 1,355, with approximately 698 males and 657 females. The sex ratio is around 941 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 242 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 276 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 55.28%, with male literacy at about 63.18% and female literacy near 46.88%. There are around 268 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Peksa's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,355 | 698 | 657 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 242 | 129 | 113 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 276 | 155 | 121 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 749 | 441 | 308 |
| Illiterate Population | 606 | 257 | 349 |
Connectivity of Peksa
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Peksa. As per the 2011 stats, Peksa had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Peksa
Knowing the nearby villages of Peksa helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Peksa.
Frequently Asked Questions about Peksa
- Where is Peksa located?
- Peksa village is situated in Gidhaur Subdivision, within the Chatra district of Jharkhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Peksa?
- The Gram Panchayat of Peksa is Barisakhi (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Peksa?
- The pincode of Peksa is 825408, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Peksa as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Peksa is 1,355, with 698 males and 657 females.
- How many households are there in Peksa as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Peksa village has a total of 268 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Peksa as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Peksa is 55.28%. The male literacy rate is 63.18%, while the female literacy rate is 46.88%.