Piroji - Hariharganj, Palamu
Piroji is a village situated in the Hariharganj subdivision of Palamu district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Hariharganj and around 76 km from the district headquarters in Daltenganj. Semrwar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Piroji village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Piroji is 365260. The village covers a total geographical area of 36 hectares and falls under the 822131 pincode.
Piroji village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Piroji
According to the 2011 Census, Piroji village had a total population of 670 people, including 344 males and 326 females, living in 139 households. The sex ratio was 948 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 53.35%, with male literacy at 62.21% and female literacy at 44.44%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 358.
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 | 670 | 344 | 326 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 147 | 82 | 65 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 358 | 182 | 176 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 279 | 163 | 116 |
| Illiterate Population | 391 | 181 | 210 |
Nearby Villages of Piroji
Piroji 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 Piroji
Piroji 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 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Daltenganj to Piroji is about 76 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Piroji
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Piroji village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Piroji
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Piroji 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Piroji
Where is Piroji located?
Piroji village is located in Hariharganj Subdivision, Palamu district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Piroji?
The Gram Panchayat of Piroji is Semrwar.
What is the pincode of Piroji?
The pincode of Piroji is 822131.
What is the population of Piroji?
Piroji had a total population of 670, including 344 males and 326 females.
How many households are there in Piroji?
Piroji had 139 households.
What is the literacy rate in Piroji?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Piroji was 53.35%. Male literacy was 62.21% and female literacy was 44.44%.