Piritchak - Kotulpur, Bankura
Piritchak is a village situated in the Kotulpur subdivision of Bankura district, West Bengal. Desra-koalpara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Piritchak village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Piritchak is 327873. The village covers a total geographical area of 42.9 hectares and falls under the 722122 pincode. Bishnupur is the nearest town, located about 27 km away.
Piritchak village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Katulpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bishnupur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Piritchak
According to the 2011 Census, Piritchak village had a total population of 426 people, including 223 males and 203 females, living in 99 households. The sex ratio was 910 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 81.56%, with male literacy at 87.13% and female literacy at 75.41%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 159.
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 | 426 | 223 | 203 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 41 | 21 | 20 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 159 | 91 | 68 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 314 | 176 | 138 |
| Illiterate Population | 112 | 47 | 65 |
Nearby Villages of Piritchak
Piritchak 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 Piritchak
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Piritchak.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bishnupur to Piritchak is about 27 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Piritchak
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Piritchak village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Piritchak
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Piritchak 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Piritchak
Where is Piritchak located?
Piritchak village is located in Kotulpur Subdivision, Bankura district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Piritchak?
The Gram Panchayat of Piritchak is Desra-koalpara.
What is the pincode of Piritchak?
The pincode of Piritchak is 722122.
What is the population of Piritchak?
Piritchak had a total population of 426, including 223 males and 203 females.
How many households are there in Piritchak?
Piritchak had 99 households.
What is the literacy rate in Piritchak?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Piritchak was 81.56%. Male literacy was 87.13% and female literacy was 75.41%.