Pichhri - Saraiyahat, Dumka
Pichhri is a village situated in the Saraiyahat subdivision of Dumka district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Saraiyahat and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Dumka. Digghi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Pichhri village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pichhri is 369318. The village covers a total geographical area of 70.69 hectares and falls under the 814145 pincode.
Pichhri village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Pichhri
According to the 2011 Census, Pichhri village had a total population of 369 people, including 187 males and 182 females, living in 68 households. The sex ratio was 973 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 66.67%, with male literacy at 80.38% and female literacy at 52.32%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 46.
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 | 369 | 187 | 182 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 60 | 29 | 31 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 46 | 19 | 27 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 206 | 127 | 79 |
| Illiterate Population | 163 | 60 | 103 |
Nearby Villages of Pichhri
Pichhri 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 Pichhri
Pichhri is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Dumka to Pichhri is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Pichhri
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pichhri village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Pichhri
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pichhri village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Pichhri
Where is Pichhri located?
Pichhri village is located in Saraiyahat Subdivision, Dumka district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pichhri?
The Gram Panchayat of Pichhri is Digghi.
What is the pincode of Pichhri?
The pincode of Pichhri is 814145.
What is the population of Pichhri?
Pichhri had a total population of 369, including 187 males and 182 females.
How many households are there in Pichhri?
Pichhri had 68 households.
What is the literacy rate in Pichhri?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pichhri was 66.67%. Male literacy was 80.38% and female literacy was 52.32%.