Payer
Payer is a village located in Illambazar subdivision of Birbhum district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 5.2km away from sub-district headquarter Illambazar (tehsildar office) and 44.3km away from district headquarter Suri. As per 2009 stats, Illambazar is the gram panchayat of Payer village.
Here you can discover what makes Payer unique in its vibrant Illambazar-Birbhum region. You’ll see Payer’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 Payer
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Payer is 317989. The village spans a total geographical area of 638.71 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 731214. Bolpur is nearest town to Payer village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 22km away.
Google Map of Payer
Population of Payer
According to the 2011 Census, Payer has a total population of about 2,385, with approximately 1,203 males and 1,182 females. The sex ratio is around 982 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 265 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 1,105 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 453. The overall literacy rate is approximately 60.67%, with male literacy at about 67.17% and female literacy near 54.06%. There are around 556 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Payer's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,385 | 1,203 | 1,182 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 265 | 141 | 124 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,105 | 550 | 555 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 453 | 231 | 222 |
| Literate Population | 1,447 | 808 | 639 |
| Illiterate Population | 938 | 395 | 543 |
Connectivity of Payer
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Payer. As per the 2011 stats, Payer 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 <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Payer
Knowing the nearby villages of Payer helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Payer.
Frequently Asked Questions about Payer
- Where is Payer located?
- Payer village is situated in Illambazar Subdivision, within the Birbhum district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Payer?
- The Gram Panchayat of Payer is Illambazar (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Payer?
- The pincode of Payer is 731214, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Payer as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Payer is 2,385, with 1,203 males and 1,182 females.
- How many households are there in Payer as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Payer village has a total of 556 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Payer as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Payer is 60.67%. The male literacy rate is 67.17%, while the female literacy rate is 54.06%.