Piyara - Haroa, North 24 Parganas
Piyara is a village situated in the Haroa subdivision of North 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 2.3 km from Haroa. Haroa serves as the Gram Panchayat for Piyara village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Piyara is 323709. The village covers a total geographical area of 60.11 hectares and falls under the 743425 pincode. Basirhat is the nearest town, located about 32 km away.
Piyara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Haroa Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Basirhat Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Piyara
According to the 2011 Census, Piyara village had a total population of 1,899 people, including 980 males and 919 females, living in 458 households. The sex ratio was 938 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.04%, with male literacy at 82.05% and female literacy at 71.73%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 147, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 285.
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 | 1,899 | 980 | 919 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 231 | 122 | 109 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 147 | 73 | 74 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 285 | 139 | 146 |
| Literate Population | 1,285 | 704 | 581 |
| Illiterate Population | 614 | 276 | 338 |
Nearby Villages of Piyara
Piyara 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 Piyara
Piyara is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Piyara.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Basirhat to Piyara is about 32 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 Piyara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Piyara village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Piyara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Piyara village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Piyara
Where is Piyara located?
Piyara village is located in Haroa Subdivision, North 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Piyara?
The Gram Panchayat of Piyara is Haroa.
What is the pincode of Piyara?
The pincode of Piyara is 743425.
What is the population of Piyara?
Piyara had a total population of 1,899, including 980 males and 919 females.
How many households are there in Piyara?
Piyara had 458 households.
What is the literacy rate in Piyara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Piyara was 77.04%. Male literacy was 82.05% and female literacy was 71.73%.