Paikhola - Belonia, South Tripura
Paikhola is a village situated in the Belonia subdivision of South Tripura district, Tripura. It is located approximately 19 km from Rajnagar and around 61 km from Udaipur. Chittamara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Paikhola village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Paikhola is 272278. The village covers a total geographical area of 897 hectares and falls under the 799125 pincode. Belonia is the nearest town, located about 14 km away.
Paikhola village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Belonia Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tripura West Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Paikhola
As per Census 2011, Paikhola village has a total population of 3,920 people, consisting of 2,012 males and 1,908 females. The village has 1,014 households and a sex ratio of 948 females per 1,000 males. There are 561 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,936 literate and 984 illiterate residents. Additionally, 575 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,027 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Paikhola are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,920 | 2,012 | 1,908 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 561 | 281 | 280 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 575 | 299 | 276 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,027 | 536 | 491 |
| Literate Population | 2,936 | 1,593 | 1,343 |
| Illiterate Population | 984 | 419 | 565 |
Nearby Villages of Paikhola
Paikhola 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Rajapur | North-East | 2.31 km |
| Chittamara | South-East | 3.05 km |
| Uttar Bharatchandranagar | South-West | 3.27 km |
| Madhya Bharatchandranagar | South | 4.24 km |
| Paschim Patichhari | North | 4.81 km |
| Birchandranagar | North-East | 5.04 km |
| Purba Peporiakhola | West | 5.34 km |
| Gardang | South-East | 5.43 km |
| Paschim Manu | East | 5.60 km |
| Dakshin Bharatchandranagar | South | 6.92 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Paikhola
Public transport in the Paikhola is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Agartala, while the nearest airport is Agartala Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 53.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Belonia to Paikhola is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Udaipur to Paikhola is about 61 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Paikhola
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Paikhola village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Paikhola
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Paikhola village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Paikhola
Where is Paikhola located?
Paikhola village is located in Belonia Subdivision, South Tripura district, Tripura, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Paikhola?
The Gram Panchayat of Paikhola is Chittamara.
What is the pincode of Paikhola?
The pincode of Paikhola is 799125.
What is the population of Paikhola?
Paikhola has a total population of 3,920, including 2,012 males and 1,908 females.
How many households are there in Paikhola?
There are 1,014 households in Paikhola.
What is the literacy rate in Paikhola?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Paikhola is 74.90%. Male literacy is 79.17% and female literacy is 70.39%.