Paikasta
About Paikasta
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Paikasta village is 393906. Paikasta village is located in Soro tehsil of Baleshwar district in Odisha, India. It is situated 25km away from sub-district headquarter Soro (tehsildar office) and 25km away from district headquarter Baleshwar. As per 2009 stats, Gopalpur is the gram panchayat of Paikasta village.
The total geographical area of village is 193 hectares. Paikasta has a total population of 1,465 peoples, out of which male population is 736 while female population is 729. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 990 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of paikasta village is 82.32% out of which 85.05% males and 79.56% females are literate. There are about 305 houses in paikasta village. Pincode of paikasta village locality is 756044.
When it comes to administration, Paikasta village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Paikasta village comes under Soro Vidhan Sabha constituency & Bhadrak Lok Sabha constituency. Baleshwar is nearest town to paikasta village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 28km away.
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Population of Paikasta
The population details of Paikasta cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,465 | 736 | 729 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 158 | 85 | 73 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 152 | 72 | 80 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 20 | 11 | 9 |
| Literate Population | 1,206 | 626 | 580 |
| Illiterate Population | 259 | 110 | 149 |
Connectivity of Paikasta
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Paikasta
Where is Paikasta located?
Paikasta village is situated in Soro Tehsil, within the Baleshwar district of Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Paikasta?
The Gram Panchayat of Paikasta is Gopalpur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Paikasta?
The pincode of Paikasta is 756044, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Paikasta as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Paikasta is 1,465, with 736 males and 729 females.
How many households are there in Paikasta as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Paikasta village has a total of 305 households.
What is the literacy rate in Paikasta as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Paikasta is 82.32%. The male literacy rate is 85.05%, while the female literacy rate is 79.56%.