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
According to the 2011 Census, Peska village had a total population of 3,082 people, including 1,636 males and 1,446 females, living in 535 households. The sex ratio was 884 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 66.77%, with male literacy at 79.78% and female literacy at 52.26%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 541, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 32.
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 | 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 had a total population of 3,082, including 1,636 males and 1,446 females.
How many households are there in Peska?
Peska had 535 households.
What is the literacy rate in Peska?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Peska was 66.77%. Male literacy was 79.78% and female literacy was 52.26%.