Peska - Meral (Pipra Kalan), Garhwa
Peska is a village situated in the Meral (Pipra Kalan) subdivision of Garhwa district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Meral and around 10 km from the district headquarters in Garhwa. Duldulwa serves as the Gram Panchayat for Peska village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Peska is 347682. The village covers a total geographical area of 455.8 hectares and falls under the 822133 pincode.
Peska village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Peska
As per Census 2011, Peska village has a total population of 3,082 people, consisting of 1,636 males and 1,446 females. The village has 535 households and a sex ratio of 883 females per 1,000 males. There are 512 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,716 literate and 1,366 illiterate residents. Additionally, 541 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 32 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Peska are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,082 | 1,636 | 1,446 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 512 | 281 | 231 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 541 | 288 | 253 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 32 | 18 | 14 |
| Literate Population | 1,716 | 1,081 | 635 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,366 | 555 | 811 |
Nearby Villages of Peska
Peska 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 Peska
Peska is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Peska.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Garhwa to Peska is about 10 km, with the usual travel time around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Peska
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Peska village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Peska
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Peska village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Peska
Where is Peska located?
Peska village is located in Meral (Pipra Kalan) Subdivision, Garhwa district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Peska?
The Gram Panchayat of Peska is Duldulwa.
What is the pincode of Peska?
The pincode of Peska is 822133.
What is the population of Peska?
Peska has a total population of 3,082, including 1,636 males and 1,446 females.
How many households are there in Peska?
There are 535 households in Peska.
What is the literacy rate in Peska?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Peska is 55.68%. Male literacy is 66.08% and female literacy is 43.91%.