Peto
Peto is a village located in Keredari subdivision of Hazaribagh district in Jharkhand, India. It is situated 3km away from sub-district headquarter Keredari (tehsildar office) and 43km away from district headquarter Hazaribagh. As per 2009 stats, Peto village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Peto unique in its vibrant Keredari-Hazaribagh region. You’ll see Peto’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 Peto
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Peto is 368775. The village spans a total geographical area of 488.02 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 825321. Keredari is nearest town to Peto village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Peto village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Barkagaon Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Hazaribagh Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Peto
Population of Peto
According to the 2011 Census, Peto has a total population of about 5,054, with approximately 2,610 males and 2,444 females. The sex ratio is around 936 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 773 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 1,493 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 52.43%, with male literacy at about 60.61% and female literacy near 43.70%. There are around 956 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Peto's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,054 | 2,610 | 2,444 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 773 | 391 | 382 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,493 | 741 | 752 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 2,650 | 1,582 | 1,068 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,404 | 1,028 | 1,376 |
Connectivity of Peto
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Peto. As per the 2011 stats, Peto 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 village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Peto
Knowing the nearby villages of Peto helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Peto.
Frequently Asked Questions about Peto
- Where is Peto located?
- Peto village is situated in Keredari Subdivision, within the Hazaribagh district of Jharkhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Peto?
- Peto serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Peto?
- The pincode of Peto is 825321, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Peto as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Peto is 5,054, with 2,610 males and 2,444 females.
- How many households are there in Peto as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Peto village has a total of 956 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Peto as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Peto is 52.43%. The male literacy rate is 60.61%, while the female literacy rate is 43.70%.