Paikasta
Paikasta is a village located in Kujang tehsil of Jagatsinghapur district in Odisha, India. It is situated 8km away from sub-district headquarter Kujang (tehsildar office) and 34km away from district headquarter Jagatsinghapur . As per 2009 stats, Pankapal is the gram panchayat of Paikasta village.
Paikasta has its own place in the vibrant Jagatsinghapur region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Paikasta
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Paikasta is 397248. The village spans a total geographical area of 266 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 754140. Paradip is nearest town to Paikasta village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 30km away.
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Population of Paikasta
Below is a concise population overview of Paikasta as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 1,152 | 581 | 571 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 100 | 51 | 49 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 243 | 118 | 125 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | N/A |
Literate Population | 940 | 502 | 438 |
Illiterate Population | 212 | 79 | 133 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Paikasta village:
- The total population of Paikasta village is around 1,152, including approximately 581 males and 571 females, with a sex ratio of 982 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 100 children aged 0–6 years in Paikasta village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Paikasta village has 243 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 1 person from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Paikasta village is about 81.60%, with male literacy at 86.40% and female literacy at 76.71%.
- There are around 256 households in Paikasta village.
Connectivity of Paikasta
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Paikasta. As per the 2011 stats, Paikasta had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Paikasta
Knowing the nearby villages of Paikasta helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Paikasta.
Frequently Asked Questions about Paikasta
- Where is Paikasta located?
- Paikasta village is situated in Kujang Tehsil, within the Jagatsinghapur district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Paikasta?
- The Gram Panchayat of Paikasta is Pankapal (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 754140, 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 1,152, with 581 males and 571 females.
- How many households are there in Paikasta as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Paikasta village has a total of 256 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Paikasta as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Paikasta is 81.60%. The male literacy rate is 86.40%, while the female literacy rate is 76.71%.