Paikar

Paikar is a village located in Raghunathganj I subdivision of Murshidabad district in West Bengal, India. Berhampore and Raghunathganj are the district & sub-district headquarters of Paikar village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Mirjapur is the gram panchayat of Paikar village.

Paikar has its own place in the vibrant Murshidabad region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Paikar

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Paikar is 314038. The village spans a total geographical area of 44.26 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 742227. Raghunathganj is nearest town to Paikar village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.

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Population of Paikar

Below is a concise population overview of Paikar as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 963 514 449
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 183 110 73
Scheduled Castes (SC) 268 143 125
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 405 215 190
Illiterate Population 558 299 259

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Paikar village:

  • The total population of Paikar village is around 963, including approximately 514 males and 449 females, with a sex ratio of 873 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 183 children aged 0–6 years in Paikar village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Paikar village has 268 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Paikar village is about 42.06%, with male literacy at 41.83% and female literacy at 42.32%.
  • There are around 182 households in Paikar village.

Connectivity of Paikar

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Paikar. As per the 2011 stats, Paikar 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 <5 km distance

Nearby Villages of Paikar

Knowing the nearby villages of Paikar helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Paikar.

Gankar Chak Ramchandrabati Dakshinpara Dhalo Gankar Brindabanpur Chakbahala Rajnagar Diar Ramnagar Nutanganj Panchanpara

Frequently Asked Questions about Paikar

Where is Paikar located?
Paikar village is situated in Raghunathganj I Subdivision, within the Murshidabad district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Paikar?
The Gram Panchayat of Paikar is Mirjapur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Paikar?
The pincode of Paikar is 742227, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Paikar as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Paikar is 963, with 514 males and 449 females.
How many households are there in Paikar as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Paikar village has a total of 182 households.
What is the literacy rate in Paikar as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Paikar is 42.06%. The male literacy rate is 41.83%, while the female literacy rate is 42.32%.