Pilkichha
Pilkichha is a village located in Shahganj tehsil of Jaunpur district in Uttar Pradesh, India. It is situated 14km away from sub-district headquarter Shahganj (tehsildar office) and 30km away from district headquarter Jaunpur. As per 2009 stats, Pilkichha village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Pilkichha unique in its vibrant Shahganj-Jaunpur region. You’ll see Pilkichha’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Pilkichha
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Pilkichha is 200490. The village spans a total geographical area of 1034.36 hectares. Jaunpur is nearest town to Pilkichha village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Pilkichha village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Shahganj Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Jaunpur Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Pilkichha
Population of Pilkichha
According to the 2011 Census, Pilkichha has a total population of about 11,522, with approximately 5,813 males and 5,709 females. The sex ratio is around 982 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 1,723 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 1,616 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 3. The overall literacy rate is approximately 60.06%, with male literacy at about 69.55% and female literacy near 50.39%. There are around 1,714 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Pilkichha's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 11,522 | 5,813 | 5,709 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,723 | 907 | 816 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,616 | 822 | 794 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 3 | N/A |
| Literate Population | 6,920 | 4,043 | 2,877 |
| Illiterate Population | 4,602 | 1,770 | 2,832 |
Connectivity of Pilkichha
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Pilkichha. As per the 2011 stats, Pilkichha had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Pilkichha
Knowing the nearby villages of Pilkichha helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Pilkichha.
Frequently Asked Questions about Pilkichha
- Where is Pilkichha located?
- Pilkichha village is situated in Shahganj Tehsil, within the Jaunpur district of Uttar Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Pilkichha?
- Pilkichha serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Pilkichha as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Pilkichha is 11,522, with 5,813 males and 5,709 females.
- How many households are there in Pilkichha as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Pilkichha village has a total of 1,714 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Pilkichha as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Pilkichha is 60.06%. The male literacy rate is 69.55%, while the female literacy rate is 50.39%.