Paika
Paika is a village located in Angara subdivision of Ranchi district in Jharkhand, India. It is situated 23km away from sub-district headquarter Angara (tehsildar office) and 22km away from district headquarter Ranchi. As per 2009 stats, Paika village is also a gram panchayat.
Paika has its own place in the vibrant Ranchi region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Paika
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Paika is 373691. The village spans a total geographical area of 663 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 835103. Ranchi is nearest town to Paika village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Paika 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 Khijri Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Ranchi Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Paika
Population of Paika
Below is a concise population overview of Paika as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 2,012 | 1,037 | 975 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 276 | 139 | 137 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 779 | 422 | 357 |
Literate Population | 1,068 | 660 | 408 |
Illiterate Population | 944 | 377 | 567 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Paika village:
- The total population of Paika village is around 2,012, including approximately 1,037 males and 975 females, with a sex ratio of 940 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 276 children aged 0–6 years in Paika village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Paika village has 779 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Paika village is about 53.08%, with male literacy at 63.65% and female literacy at 41.85%.
- There are around 389 households in Paika village.
Connectivity of Paika
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Paika. As per the 2011 stats, Paika had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Paika
Knowing the nearby villages of Paika helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Paika.
Frequently Asked Questions about Paika
- Where is Paika located?
- Paika village is situated in Angara Subdivision, within the Ranchi district of Jharkhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Paika?
- Paika serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Paika?
- The pincode of Paika is 835103, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Paika as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Paika is 2,012, with 1,037 males and 975 females.
- How many households are there in Paika as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Paika village has a total of 389 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Paika as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Paika is 53.08%. The male literacy rate is 63.65%, while the female literacy rate is 41.85%.