Pirihatu - Khunti
Pirihatu is a village situated in the Khunti subdivision of Khunti district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 20 km from Khunti, which serves as both the tehsil and district headquarters. Landup serves as the Gram Panchayat for Pirihatu village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pirihatu is 375219. The village covers a total geographical area of 126 hectares and falls under the 835210 pincode.
Pirihatu village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Pirihatu
As per Census 2011, Pirihatu village has a total population of 372 people, consisting of 178 males and 194 females. The village has 74 households and a sex ratio of 1,089 females per 1,000 males. There are 58 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 174 literate and 198 illiterate residents. Additionally, 55 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 313 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Pirihatu are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 372 | 178 | 194 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 58 | 28 | 30 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 55 | 28 | 27 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 313 | 150 | 163 |
| Literate Population | 174 | 113 | 61 |
| Illiterate Population | 198 | 65 | 133 |
Nearby Villages of Pirihatu
Pirihatu 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 Pirihatu
Pirihatu 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 5-10 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 Khunti to Pirihatu is about 20 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Pirihatu
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pirihatu village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Pirihatu
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pirihatu village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Pirihatu
Where is Pirihatu located?
Pirihatu village is located in Khunti Subdivision, Khunti district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pirihatu?
The Gram Panchayat of Pirihatu is Landup.
What is the pincode of Pirihatu?
The pincode of Pirihatu is 835210.
What is the population of Pirihatu?
Pirihatu has a total population of 372, including 178 males and 194 females.
How many households are there in Pirihatu?
There are 74 households in Pirihatu.
What is the literacy rate in Pirihatu?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pirihatu is 46.77%. Male literacy is 63.48% and female literacy is 31.44%.