Payra Chak - Moyna, Purba Medinipur
Payra Chak is a village situated in the Moyna subdivision of Purba Medinipur district, West Bengal. Gojina serves as the Gram Panchayat for Payra Chak village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Payra Chak is 344892. The village covers a total geographical area of 68.26 hectares and falls under the 721642 pincode. Tamluk is the nearest town, located about 28 km away.
Payra Chak village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Payra Chak
As per Census 2011, Payra Chak village has a total population of 1,471 people, consisting of 724 males and 747 females. The village has 370 households and a sex ratio of 1,031 females per 1,000 males. There are 182 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,004 literate and 467 illiterate residents. Additionally, 939 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 6 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Payra Chak are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,471 | 724 | 747 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 182 | 96 | 86 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 939 | 450 | 489 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 6 | 2 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 1,004 | 526 | 478 |
| Illiterate Population | 467 | 198 | 269 |
Nearby Villages of Payra Chak
Payra Chak is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Ijmali Chak | South | 0.70 km |
| Balbhadra Chak | North-East | 1.00 km |
| Kriranandapur | North | 1.06 km |
| Sridharpur | North-West | 1.08 km |
| Kiyarana | East | 1.85 km |
| Bakcha | South | 2.15 km |
| Baital Chak | North | 2.42 km |
| Gobradan | South-West | 2.54 km |
| Ram Chak | North-West | 2.55 km |
| Dubrajpur | South-West | 2.72 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Payra Chak
Payra Chak is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Lavan Satyagraha Smarak P.h, while the nearest airport is Behala Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 53.6 km.
| 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 | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Tamluk to Payra Chak is about 28 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 Payra Chak
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Payra Chak village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Payra Chak
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Payra Chak village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Payra Chak
Where is Payra Chak located?
Payra Chak village is located in Moyna Subdivision, Purba Medinipur district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Payra Chak?
The Gram Panchayat of Payra Chak is Gojina.
What is the pincode of Payra Chak?
The pincode of Payra Chak is 721642.
What is the population of Payra Chak?
Payra Chak has a total population of 1,471, including 724 males and 747 females.
How many households are there in Payra Chak?
There are 370 households in Payra Chak.
What is the literacy rate in Payra Chak?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Payra Chak is 68.25%. Male literacy is 72.65% and female literacy is 63.99%.