Pitwakhera - Bighapur, Unnao
Pitwakhera is a village situated in the Bighapur tehsil of Unnao district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 17 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bighapur and around 62 km from the district headquarters in Unnao. Japsara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Pitwakhera village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pitwakhera is 142926. The village covers a total geographical area of 99.73 hectares and falls under the 209864 pincode. Unnao is the nearest town, located about 62 km away.
Pitwakhera village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bhagwantnagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Unnao Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Pitwakhera
According to the 2011 Census, Pitwakhera village had a total population of 539 people, including 288 males and 251 females, living in 108 households. The sex ratio was 872 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 68.10%, with male literacy at 81.56% and female literacy at 53.18%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 158.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 539 | 288 | 251 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 75 | 44 | 31 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 158 | 89 | 69 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 316 | 199 | 117 |
| Illiterate Population | 223 | 89 | 134 |
Nearby Villages of Pitwakhera
Pitwakhera 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Lakhai Khera | East | 1.18 km |
| Gajpati Khera | South | 1.20 km |
| Ranjeetpur | South-East | 1.22 km |
| Hamirpur | North | 1.27 km |
| Barvaliya | South-West | 1.60 km |
| Japsara | West | 1.79 km |
| Samodha | North | 1.82 km |
| Daspur | South-East | 2.13 km |
| Rahim Khera | South-East | 2.35 km |
| Binnawan | South-East | 2.40 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Pitwakhera
Pitwakhera is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Baiswara, while the nearest airport is Kanpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 35.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Unnao to Pitwakhera is about 62 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Pitwakhera
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pitwakhera village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Pitwakhera
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pitwakhera 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 Pitwakhera
Where is Pitwakhera located?
Pitwakhera village is located in Bighapur Tehsil, Unnao district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Pitwakhera?
The Gram Panchayat of Pitwakhera is Japsara.
What is the pincode of Pitwakhera?
The pincode of Pitwakhera is 209864.
What is the population of Pitwakhera?
Pitwakhera had a total population of 539, including 288 males and 251 females.
How many households are there in Pitwakhera?
Pitwakhera had 108 households.
What is the literacy rate in Pitwakhera?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pitwakhera was 68.10%. Male literacy was 81.56% and female literacy was 53.18%.