Paik Bar - Contai - III, Purba Medinipur
Paik Bar is a village situated in the Contai - III subdivision of Purba Medinipur district, West Bengal. Marishda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Paik Bar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Paik Bar is 346591. The village covers a total geographical area of 99.12 hectares and falls under the 721427 pincode. Contai is the nearest town, located about 11 km away.
Paik Bar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kanthi Uttar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kanthi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Paik Bar
As per Census 2011, Paik Bar village has a total population of 2,254 people, consisting of 1,151 males and 1,103 females. The village has 553 households and a sex ratio of 958 females per 1,000 males. There are 238 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,798 literate and 456 illiterate residents. Additionally, 6 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Paik Bar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,254 | 1,151 | 1,103 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 238 | 126 | 112 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 6 | 2 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 1,798 | 954 | 844 |
| Illiterate Population | 456 | 197 | 259 |
Nearby Villages of Paik Bar
Paik Bar 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 Paik Bar
Paik Bar 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 Paik Bar.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Contai to Paik Bar is about 11 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Paik Bar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Paik Bar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Paik Bar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Paik Bar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Paik Bar
Where is Paik Bar located?
Paik Bar village is located in Contai - III Subdivision, Purba Medinipur district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Paik Bar?
The Gram Panchayat of Paik Bar is Marishda.
What is the pincode of Paik Bar?
The pincode of Paik Bar is 721427.
What is the population of Paik Bar?
Paik Bar has a total population of 2,254, including 1,151 males and 1,103 females.
How many households are there in Paik Bar?
There are 553 households in Paik Bar.
What is the literacy rate in Paik Bar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Paik Bar is 79.77%. Male literacy is 82.88% and female literacy is 76.52%.