Pithroura - Ballia
Pithroura is a village situated in the Ballia tehsil of Ballia district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 27 km from Ballia, which serves as both the tehsil and district headquarters. Piyaruta serves as the Gram Panchayat for Pithroura village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pithroura is 199330. The village covers a total geographical area of 119.99 hectares and falls under the 277403 pincode. Ballia is the nearest town, located about 206 km away.
Pithroura village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Ballia Nagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ballia Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Pithroura
As per Census 2011, Pithroura village has a total population of 2,888 people, consisting of 1,581 males and 1,307 females. The village has 467 households and a sex ratio of 826 females per 1,000 males. There are 324 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,771 literate and 1,117 illiterate residents. Additionally, 393 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 75 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Pithroura are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,888 | 1,581 | 1,307 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 324 | 184 | 140 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 393 | 207 | 186 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 75 | 42 | 33 |
| Literate Population | 1,771 | 1,115 | 656 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,117 | 466 | 651 |
Nearby Villages of Pithroura
Pithroura 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Raghunathpur | North-West | 0.79 km |
| Kewa | North | 0.81 km |
| Rampur Ta Reoti | East | 0.86 km |
| Dighar | South | 1.16 km |
| Chherdih | North | 1.46 km |
| Khajkuhati | West | 1.64 km |
| Bouna Chak | West | 1.70 km |
| Khadara | North | 2.01 km |
| Mansingh Chhapra | East | 2.37 km |
| Belhari | North-West | 2.39 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Pithroura
Pithroura is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Reoti, while the nearest airport is Muzaffarpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 81.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Ballia to Pithroura is about 206 km, with a usual travel time of around ~5.9 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Ballia to Pithroura is about 27 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Pithroura
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pithroura village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Pithroura
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pithroura village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Pithroura
Where is Pithroura located?
Pithroura village is located in Ballia Tehsil, Ballia district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pithroura?
The Gram Panchayat of Pithroura is Piyaruta.
What is the pincode of Pithroura?
The pincode of Pithroura is 277403.
What is the population of Pithroura?
Pithroura has a total population of 2,888, including 1,581 males and 1,307 females.
How many households are there in Pithroura?
There are 467 households in Pithroura.
What is the literacy rate in Pithroura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pithroura is 61.32%. Male literacy is 70.52% and female literacy is 50.19%.