Payvihir - Achalpur, Amravati
Payvihir is a village situated in the Achalpur tehsil of Amravati district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Achalpur and around 71 km from the district headquarters in Amravati. Upatkheda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Payvihir village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Payvihir is 531945. The village covers a total geographical area of 285.59 hectares and falls under the 444808 pincode. Achalpur is the nearest town, located about 13 km away.
Payvihir village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Melghat Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Amravati Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Payvihir
As per Census 2011, Payvihir village has a total population of 490 people, consisting of 255 males and 235 females. The village has 110 households and a sex ratio of 921 females per 1,000 males. There are 79 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 265 literate and 225 illiterate residents. Additionally, 96 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 382 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Payvihir are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 490 | 255 | 235 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 79 | 39 | 40 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 96 | 52 | 44 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 382 | 196 | 186 |
| Literate Population | 265 | 164 | 101 |
| Illiterate Population | 225 | 91 | 134 |
Nearby Villages of Payvihir
Payvihir 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 Payvihir
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Payvihir.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Achalpur to Payvihir is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Amravati to Payvihir is about 71 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Payvihir
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Payvihir 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Payvihir
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Payvihir 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Payvihir
Where is Payvihir located?
Payvihir village is located in Achalpur Tehsil, Amravati district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Payvihir?
The Gram Panchayat of Payvihir is Upatkheda.
What is the pincode of Payvihir?
The pincode of Payvihir is 444808.
What is the population of Payvihir?
Payvihir has a total population of 490, including 255 males and 235 females.
How many households are there in Payvihir?
There are 110 households in Payvihir.
What is the literacy rate in Payvihir?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Payvihir is 54.08%. Male literacy is 64.31% and female literacy is 42.98%.