Peth
Peth is a village located in Chikhli tehsil of Buldana district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 10km away from sub-district headquarter Chikhli (tehsildar office) and 34km away from district headquarter Buldana. As per 2009 stats, Peth village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Peth unique in its vibrant Chikhli-Buldana region. You’ll see Peth’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Peth
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Peth is 529169. The village spans a total geographical area of 715.14 hectares. Chikhli is nearest town to Peth village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
When it comes to local governance, Peth 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 Chikhli Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Buldhana Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Peth
Population of Peth
According to the 2011 Census, Peth has a total population of about 2,316, with approximately 1,212 males and 1,104 females. The sex ratio is around 910 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 271 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 629 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 4. The overall literacy rate is approximately 77.68%, with male literacy at about 84.90% and female literacy near 69.75%. There are around 544 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Peth's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,316 | 1,212 | 1,104 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 271 | 148 | 123 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 629 | 319 | 310 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 3 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 1,799 | 1,029 | 770 |
| Illiterate Population | 517 | 183 | 334 |
Connectivity of Peth
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Peth. As per the 2011 stats, Peth had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Peth
Knowing the nearby villages of Peth helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Peth.
Frequently Asked Questions about Peth
- Where is Peth located?
- Peth village is situated in Chikhli Tehsil, within the Buldana district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Peth?
- Peth serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Peth as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Peth is 2,316, with 1,212 males and 1,104 females.
- How many households are there in Peth as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Peth village has a total of 544 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Peth as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Peth is 77.68%. The male literacy rate is 84.90%, while the female literacy rate is 69.75%.