Piraya - Umred, Nagpur
Piraya is a village situated in the Umred tehsil of Nagpur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Umred and around 54 km from the district headquarters in Nagpur. Aamboli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Piraya village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Piraya is 536191. The village covers a total geographical area of 449.16 hectares and falls under the 441203 pincode. Umred is the nearest town, located about 3 km away.
Piraya village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Umred Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ramtek Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Piraya
As per Census 2011, Piraya village has a total population of 442 people, consisting of 231 males and 211 females. The village has 96 households and a sex ratio of 913 females per 1,000 males. There are 52 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 342 literate and 100 illiterate residents. Additionally, 4 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 15 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Piraya are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 442 | 231 | 211 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 52 | 25 | 27 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 4 | 3 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 15 | 9 | 6 |
| Literate Population | 342 | 193 | 149 |
| Illiterate Population | 100 | 38 | 62 |
Nearby Villages of Piraya
Piraya 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Khapri (ri) | North-West | 1.39 km |
| Pimpalkhut (ri) | East | 1.55 km |
| Kotgaon | North | 2.05 km |
| Seo | South-East | 2.12 km |
| Amboli | North-East | 2.26 km |
| Bareja (ri) | West | 2.60 km |
| Bhapsi | South-East | 2.77 km |
| Hatkawada (ri) | West | 2.98 km |
| Pauni(rithi) | East | 3.16 km |
| Khedi(rithi) | South | 3.71 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Piraya
Piraya is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Umred, while the nearest airport is Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 32.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Umred to Piraya is about 3 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Nagpur to Piraya is about 54 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Piraya
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Piraya 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 Piraya
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Piraya 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Piraya
Where is Piraya located?
Piraya village is located in Umred Tehsil, Nagpur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Piraya?
The Gram Panchayat of Piraya is Aamboli.
What is the pincode of Piraya?
The pincode of Piraya is 441203.
What is the population of Piraya?
Piraya has a total population of 442, including 231 males and 211 females.
How many households are there in Piraya?
There are 96 households in Piraya.
What is the literacy rate in Piraya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Piraya is 77.38%. Male literacy is 83.55% and female literacy is 70.62%.