Peelwa - Amber, Jaipur
Peelwa is a village situated in the Amber tehsil of Jaipur district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 35 km from the tehsil headquarters in Amber and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Jaipur. Chandwaji serves as the Gram Panchayat for Peelwa village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Peelwa is 080374. The village covers a total geographical area of 447 hectares and falls under the 303104 pincode. Shahpura is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Peelwa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Amber Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jaipur Rural Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Peelwa
As per Census 2011, Peelwa village has a total population of 1,935 people, consisting of 1,018 males and 917 females. The village has 356 households and a sex ratio of 900 females per 1,000 males. There are 356 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 952 literate and 983 illiterate residents. Additionally, 126 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 749 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Peelwa are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,935 | 1,018 | 917 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 356 | 204 | 152 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 126 | 65 | 61 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 749 | 384 | 365 |
| Literate Population | 952 | 643 | 309 |
| Illiterate Population | 983 | 375 | 608 |
Nearby Villages of Peelwa
Peelwa 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Salarwas | North-West | 1.68 km |
| Chandwaji | South-West | 1.79 km |
| Chandawas | South-East | 2.26 km |
| Rajpurwas Chandwaji | South | 2.30 km |
| Arniya | North-East | 2.52 km |
| Jaisingh Nagar | South-West | 2.53 km |
| Harchandpura @kankarwala | East | 3.04 km |
| Lamyamewal | West | 3.17 km |
| Kushalpura | South | 3.48 km |
| Sundarpura | West | 3.55 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Peelwa
Peelwa 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 Chomun Samod, while the nearest airport is Jaipur International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 38.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Shahpura to Peelwa is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jaipur to Peelwa is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Peelwa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Peelwa village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Peelwa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Peelwa 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Peelwa
Where is Peelwa located?
Peelwa village is located in Amber Tehsil, Jaipur district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Peelwa?
The Gram Panchayat of Peelwa is Chandwaji.
What is the pincode of Peelwa?
The pincode of Peelwa is 303104.
What is the population of Peelwa?
Peelwa has a total population of 1,935, including 1,018 males and 917 females.
How many households are there in Peelwa?
There are 356 households in Peelwa.
What is the literacy rate in Peelwa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Peelwa is 49.20%. Male literacy is 63.16% and female literacy is 33.70%.