Paikhala
Paikhala is a village located in Astaranga tehsil of Puri district in Odisha, India. It is situated 12km away from sub-district headquarter Astaranga (tehsildar office) and 82km away from district headquarter Puri. As per 2009 stats, Talada is the gram panchayat of Paikhala village.
Paikhala has its own place in the vibrant Puri 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 Paikhala
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Paikhala is 409191. The village spans a total geographical area of 270 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 752119. Nimapada is nearest town to Paikhala village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 33km away.
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Population of Paikhala
Below is a concise population overview of Paikhala 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 | 595 | 310 | 285 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 57 | 31 | 26 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 23 | 10 | 13 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Literate Population | 452 | 257 | 195 |
Illiterate Population | 143 | 53 | 90 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Paikhala village:
- The total population of Paikhala village is around 595, including approximately 310 males and 285 females, with a sex ratio of 919 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 57 children aged 0–6 years in Paikhala village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Paikhala village has 23 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
- The literacy rate of Paikhala village is about 75.97%, with male literacy at 82.90% and female literacy at 68.42%.
- There are around 158 households in Paikhala village.
Connectivity of Paikhala
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Paikhala. As per the 2011 stats, Paikhala 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 10+ km distance |
Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Paikhala
Knowing the nearby villages of Paikhala helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Paikhala.
Frequently Asked Questions about Paikhala
- Where is Paikhala located?
- Paikhala village is situated in Astaranga Tehsil, within the Puri district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Paikhala?
- The Gram Panchayat of Paikhala is Talada (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Paikhala?
- The pincode of Paikhala is 752119, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Paikhala as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Paikhala is 595, with 310 males and 285 females.
- How many households are there in Paikhala as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Paikhala village has a total of 158 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Paikhala as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Paikhala is 75.97%. The male literacy rate is 82.90%, while the female literacy rate is 68.42%.