Peethapura - Aklera, Jhalawar
Peethapura is a village situated in the Aklera tehsil of Jhalawar district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 36 km from the tehsil headquarters in Aklera and around 90 km from the district headquarters in Jhalawar. Kohari Jhar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Peethapura village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Peethapura is 104637. The village covers a total geographical area of 284.57 hectares and falls under the 326039 pincode. Aklera is the nearest town, located about 36 km away.
Peethapura village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Manohar thana Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jhalawar-Baran Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Peethapura
According to the 2011 Census, Peethapura village had a total population of 713 people, including 356 males and 357 females, living in 172 households. The sex ratio was 1,003 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 41.51%, with male literacy at 51.94% and female literacy at 31.25%.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 713 | 356 | 357 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 142 | 73 | 69 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 237 | 147 | 90 |
| Illiterate Population | 476 | 209 | 267 |
Nearby Villages of Peethapura
Peethapura 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Manpura Lodhan | North-West | 1.49 km |
| Lasooriya Gend | East | 1.60 km |
| Borda Shriji | South | 1.61 km |
| Haripura | North-East | 2.09 km |
| Moi Kalan | South-West | 2.41 km |
| Antraliya | South-East | 2.58 km |
| Bedar | East | 2.80 km |
| Khajoori | West | 2.82 km |
| Jamunya | North-East | 2.86 km |
| Pal Khanda | North-East | 2.88 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Peethapura
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Peethapura. The nearest railway station is Sinduriya Kachari, while the nearest airport is Kota Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 102.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Aklera to Peethapura is about 36 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Jhalawar to Peethapura is about 90 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Peethapura
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Peethapura village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Peethapura
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Peethapura 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 Peethapura
Where is Peethapura located?
Peethapura village is located in Aklera Tehsil, Jhalawar district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Peethapura?
The Gram Panchayat of Peethapura is Kohari Jhar.
What is the pincode of Peethapura?
The pincode of Peethapura is 326039.
What is the population of Peethapura?
Peethapura had a total population of 713, including 356 males and 357 females.
How many households are there in Peethapura?
Peethapura had 172 households.
What is the literacy rate in Peethapura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Peethapura was 41.51%. Male literacy was 51.94% and female literacy was 31.25%.