Peera - Bada Malhera, Chhatarpur
Peera is a village situated in the Bada Malhera tehsil of Chhatarpur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bada Malhera and around 42 km from the district headquarters in Chhatarpur. Peera village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Peera is 458197. The village covers a total geographical area of 409.23 hectares and falls under the 471301 pincode. Bada Malhera is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Peera village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Peera
According to the 2011 Census, Peera village had a total population of 1,253 people, including 691 males and 562 females, living in 279 households. The sex ratio was 813 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 49.27%, with male literacy at 55.01% and female literacy at 42.17%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 457, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 112.
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 | 1,253 | 691 | 562 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 224 | 122 | 102 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 457 | 253 | 204 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 112 | 59 | 53 |
| Literate Population | 507 | 313 | 194 |
| Illiterate Population | 746 | 378 | 368 |
Nearby Villages of Peera
Peera 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 Peera
Peera 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 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bada Malhera to Peera is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chhatarpur to Peera is about 42 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Peera
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Peera 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Peera
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Peera 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Peera
Where is Peera located?
Peera village is located in Bada Malhera Tehsil, Chhatarpur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Peera?
Peera is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Peera?
The pincode of Peera is 471301.
What is the population of Peera?
Peera had a total population of 1,253, including 691 males and 562 females.
How many households are there in Peera?
Peera had 279 households.
What is the literacy rate in Peera?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Peera was 49.27%. Male literacy was 55.01% and female literacy was 42.17%.