Pekha

Pekha is a village located in Shaligram Ram Narayanpur subdivision of Chatra district in Jharkhand, India. It is situated 15km away from sub-district headquarter Hantarganj (tehsildar office) and 20km away from district headquarter Chatra. As per 2009 stats, Paini Kala is the gram panchayat of Pekha village.

Pekha has its own place in the vibrant Chatra region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Pekha

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Pekha is 348170. The village spans a total geographical area of 65.18 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 825403. Lohsingna Kala is nearest town to Pekha village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Pekha

Below is a concise population overview of Pekha as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 313 159 154
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 48 27 21
Scheduled Castes (SC) 238 123 115
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 128 71 57
Illiterate Population 185 88 97

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Pekha village:

  • The total population of Pekha village is around 313, including approximately 159 males and 154 females, with a sex ratio of 968 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 48 children aged 0–6 years in Pekha village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Pekha village has 238 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Pekha village is about 40.89%, with male literacy at 44.65% and female literacy at 37.01%.
  • There are around 64 households in Pekha village.

Connectivity of Pekha

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

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Pekha

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

Lohsingna Khurd Lohsingna Alias Sondiha Chandar Kali Pachmahla Kanchanpur Karmahi Jori Kalan Kewla Gobindpur Bara Kon

Frequently Asked Questions about Pekha

Where is Pekha located?
Pekha village is situated in Shaligram Ram Narayanpur Subdivision, within the Chatra district of Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pekha?
The Gram Panchayat of Pekha is Paini Kala (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Pekha?
The pincode of Pekha is 825403, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Pekha as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Pekha is 313, with 159 males and 154 females.
How many households are there in Pekha as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Pekha village has a total of 64 households.
What is the literacy rate in Pekha as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Pekha is 40.89%. The male literacy rate is 44.65%, while the female literacy rate is 37.01%.