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
As per Census 2011, Peera village has a total population of 1,253 people, consisting of 691 males and 562 females. The village has 279 households and a sex ratio of 813 females per 1,000 males. There are 224 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 507 literate and 746 illiterate residents. Additionally, 457 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 112 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Peera are given below:
| 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 has a total population of 1,253, including 691 males and 562 females.
How many households are there in Peera?
There are 279 households in Peera.
What is the literacy rate in Peera?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Peera is 40.46%. Male literacy is 45.30% and female literacy is 34.52%.