Paikhola
Paikhola is a village located in Narayangarh subdivision of Paschim Medinipur district in West Bengal, India. Midnapur and Belda are the district & sub-district headquarters of Paikhola village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Hemchandra is the gram panchayat of Paikhola village.
Here you can discover what makes Paikhola unique in its vibrant Narayangarh-Paschim Medinipur region. You’ll see Paikhola’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 Paikhola
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Paikhola is 343386. The village spans a total geographical area of 146.21 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 721445. Kharagpur is nearest town to Paikhola village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 56km away.
Google Map of Paikhola
Population of Paikhola
According to the 2011 Census, Paikhola has a total population of about 1,055, with approximately 538 males and 517 females. The sex ratio is around 960 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 115 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 30 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 200. The overall literacy rate is approximately 69.10%, with male literacy at about 76.39% and female literacy near 61.51%. There are around 250 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Paikhola's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,055 | 538 | 517 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 115 | 56 | 59 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 30 | 14 | 16 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 200 | 97 | 103 |
| Literate Population | 729 | 411 | 318 |
| Illiterate Population | 326 | 127 | 199 |
Connectivity of Paikhola
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Paikhola. As per the 2011 stats, Paikhola had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Paikhola
Knowing the nearby villages of Paikhola helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Paikhola.
Frequently Asked Questions about Paikhola
- Where is Paikhola located?
- Paikhola village is situated in Narayangarh Subdivision, within the Paschim Medinipur district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Paikhola?
- The Gram Panchayat of Paikhola is Hemchandra (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Paikhola?
- The pincode of Paikhola is 721445, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Paikhola as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Paikhola is 1,055, with 538 males and 517 females.
- How many households are there in Paikhola as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Paikhola village has a total of 250 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Paikhola as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Paikhola is 69.10%. The male literacy rate is 76.39%, while the female literacy rate is 61.51%.