Peri Pathar Village Overview
Peri Pathar is a village in Khatra tehsil of Bankura district, West Bengal. It lies about 8.1 km from Khatra tehsil headquarters. Bankura is the district headquarters. As per available records (2009), Gorabari is the Gram Panchayat for Peri Pathar village.
The sections below provide essential information about Peri Pathar village, including population details, literacy levels, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local administration, nearby villages, and transport connectivity.
Village Location & Administration
As per Census 2011, the village code of Peri Pathar is 329001. The village covers a geographical area of 236.77 hectares and has a pincode of 722140. Khatra is the nearest town, located about 9 km away.
Location Map of Peri Pathar
Population & Demographics of Peri Pathar
This section provides population and demographic details of Peri Pathar village as per Census 2011, including gender-wise and social category-wise data.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 772 | 377 | 395 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 83 | 43 | 40 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 117 | 68 | 49 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 646 | 305 | 341 |
| Literate Population | 438 | 258 | 180 |
| Illiterate Population | 334 | 119 | 215 |
Key population details of Peri Pathar village are given below:
- Peri Pathar village is a moderately populated village with a total population of around 772, including approximately 377 males and 395 females, with a sex ratio of 1047 females per 1,000 males.
- The number of children aged 0–6 years in the village is relatively low.
- 117 residents belong to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 646 residents belong to the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy level of Peri Pathar village is moderate, with a literacy rate of about 56.74%.
- There are around 170 households in Peri Pathar village.
Transport & Connectivity of Peri Pathar
Transport facilities help residents of Peri Pathar village travel to nearby towns for work, education, healthcare, and daily needs. The village has access to public bus service, private bus service and a railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Peri Pathar
The following villages are located close to Peri Pathar and form part of its surrounding area. These nearby villages are commonly connected through local roads and are part of the day-to-day movement for residents.
Frequently Asked Questions about Peri Pathar
- Where is Peri Pathar located?
- Peri Pathar village is located in Khatra Subdivision, Bankura district, West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Peri Pathar?
- The Gram Panchayat of Peri Pathar is Gorabari (as per available records from 2009).
- What is the pincode of Peri Pathar?
- The pincode of Peri Pathar is 722140.
- What is the population of Peri Pathar?
- Peri Pathar has a total population of 772, including 377 males and 395 females.
- How many households are there in Peri Pathar?
- There are 170 households in Peri Pathar.
- What is the literacy rate in Peri Pathar?
- As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Peri Pathar is 56.74%. Male literacy is 68.44% and female literacy is 45.57%.