Pikaura Bhato - Harraiya, Basti
Pikaura Bhato is a village situated in the Harraiya tehsil of Basti district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 45 km from the tehsil headquarters in Harraiya and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Basti. Pikaura Bhat serves as the Gram Panchayat for Pikaura Bhato village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pikaura Bhato is 178933. The village covers a total geographical area of 42 hectares and falls under the 272129 pincode. Basti is the nearest town, located about 135 km away.
Pikaura Bhato village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Harraiya Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Basti Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Pikaura Bhato
As per Census 2011, Pikaura Bhato village has a total population of 895 people, consisting of 460 males and 435 females. The village has 125 households and a sex ratio of 945 females per 1,000 males. There are 147 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 502 literate and 393 illiterate residents. Additionally, 13 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Pikaura Bhato are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 895 | 460 | 435 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 147 | 80 | 67 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 13 | 9 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 502 | 294 | 208 |
| Illiterate Population | 393 | 166 | 227 |
Nearby Villages of Pikaura Bhato
Pikaura Bhato 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 Pikaura Bhato
Pikaura Bhato is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Basti to Pikaura Bhato is about 135 km, with a usual travel time of around ~3.9 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Basti to Pikaura Bhato is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Pikaura Bhato
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pikaura Bhato 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 Pikaura Bhato
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pikaura Bhato village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Pikaura Bhato
Where is Pikaura Bhato located?
Pikaura Bhato village is located in Harraiya Tehsil, Basti district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pikaura Bhato?
The Gram Panchayat of Pikaura Bhato is Pikaura Bhat.
What is the pincode of Pikaura Bhato?
The pincode of Pikaura Bhato is 272129.
What is the population of Pikaura Bhato?
Pikaura Bhato has a total population of 895, including 460 males and 435 females.
How many households are there in Pikaura Bhato?
There are 125 households in Pikaura Bhato.
What is the literacy rate in Pikaura Bhato?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pikaura Bhato is 56.09%. Male literacy is 63.91% and female literacy is 47.82%.