Piraguttu - Burmu, Ranchi
Piraguttu is a village situated in the Burmu subdivision of Ranchi district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Burmu and around 38 km from the district headquarters in Ranchi. Burmu serves as the Gram Panchayat for Piraguttu village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Piraguttu is 373407. The village covers a total geographical area of 550.19 hectares and falls under the 834001 pincode. Ranchi is the nearest town.
Piraguttu village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Piraguttu
According to the 2011 Census, Piraguttu village had a total population of 518 people, including 270 males and 248 females, living in 100 households. The sex ratio was 919 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 58.08%, with male literacy at 69.34% and female literacy at 46.98%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 399.
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 | 518 | 270 | 248 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 91 | 58 | 33 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 399 | 207 | 192 |
| Literate Population | 248 | 147 | 101 |
| Illiterate Population | 270 | 123 | 147 |
Nearby Villages of Piraguttu
Piraguttu is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Chanya | South-West | 2.01 km |
| Burmu | North-East | 2.20 km |
| Murgi | North-West | 2.37 km |
| Kotari | South-East | 2.65 km |
| Kaskoma | West | 2.82 km |
| Soparam | South-West | 3.83 km |
| Murwe | South-East | 3.95 km |
| Lepsar | South | 4.06 km |
| Hatnai | South | 4.37 km |
| Sidraul | East | 4.40 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Piraguttu
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Piraguttu. The nearest railway station is Khalari, while the nearest airport is Birsa Munda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 28.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Ranchi to Piraguttu is about 38 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Piraguttu
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Piraguttu village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Piraguttu
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Piraguttu village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Piraguttu
Where is Piraguttu located?
Piraguttu village is located in Burmu Subdivision, Ranchi district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Piraguttu?
The Gram Panchayat of Piraguttu is Burmu.
What is the pincode of Piraguttu?
The pincode of Piraguttu is 834001.
What is the population of Piraguttu?
Piraguttu had a total population of 518, including 270 males and 248 females.
How many households are there in Piraguttu?
Piraguttu had 100 households.
What is the literacy rate in Piraguttu?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Piraguttu was 58.08%. Male literacy was 69.34% and female literacy was 46.98%.