Payakpur - Harraiya, Basti
Payakpur is a village situated in the Harraiya tehsil of Basti district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 35 km from the tehsil headquarters in Harraiya and around 27 km from the district headquarters in Basti. Payakpur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Payakpur is 180427. The village covers a total geographical area of 70.81 hectares and falls under the 272301 pincode.
Payakpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kaptanganj Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Basti Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Payakpur
As per Census 2011, Payakpur village has a total population of 669 people, consisting of 368 males and 301 females. The village has 111 households and a sex ratio of 817 females per 1,000 males. There are 102 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 405 literate and 264 illiterate residents. Additionally, 354 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 65 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Payakpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 669 | 368 | 301 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 102 | 59 | 43 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 354 | 197 | 157 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 65 | 31 | 34 |
| Literate Population | 405 | 257 | 148 |
| Illiterate Population | 264 | 111 | 153 |
Nearby Villages of Payakpur
Payakpur is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Payakpur
Payakpur is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within <1 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Basti to Payakpur 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 Payakpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Payakpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Payakpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Payakpur 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Payakpur
Where is Payakpur located?
Payakpur village is located in Harraiya Tehsil, Basti district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Payakpur?
Payakpur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Payakpur?
The pincode of Payakpur is 272301.
What is the population of Payakpur?
Payakpur has a total population of 669, including 368 males and 301 females.
How many households are there in Payakpur?
There are 111 households in Payakpur.
What is the literacy rate in Payakpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Payakpur is 60.54%. Male literacy is 69.84% and female literacy is 49.17%.