Payaka - Puncha, Purulia
Payaka is a village situated in the Puncha subdivision of Purulia district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 19 km from Puncha and around 57.4 km from Purulia. Chirudihi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Payaka village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Payaka is 331079. The village covers a total geographical area of 74.03 hectares and falls under the 723151 pincode. Puruliya is the nearest town, located about 60 km away.
Payaka village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Payaka
As per Census 2011, Payaka village has a total population of 387 people, consisting of 213 males and 174 females. The village has 70 households and a sex ratio of 816 females per 1,000 males. There are 48 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 211 literate and 176 illiterate residents. Additionally, 178 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 77 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Payaka are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 387 | 213 | 174 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 48 | 28 | 20 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 178 | 97 | 81 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 77 | 43 | 34 |
| Literate Population | 211 | 139 | 72 |
| Illiterate Population | 176 | 74 | 102 |
Nearby Villages of Payaka
Payaka 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 Payaka
Public transport in the Payaka is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Puruliya to Payaka is about 60 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Purulia to Payaka is about 57.4 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Payaka
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Payaka village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Payaka
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Payaka 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 1-2 km |
FAQs about Payaka
Where is Payaka located?
Payaka village is located in Puncha Subdivision, Purulia district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Payaka?
The Gram Panchayat of Payaka is Chirudihi.
What is the pincode of Payaka?
The pincode of Payaka is 723151.
What is the population of Payaka?
Payaka has a total population of 387, including 213 males and 174 females.
How many households are there in Payaka?
There are 70 households in Payaka.
What is the literacy rate in Payaka?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Payaka is 54.52%. Male literacy is 65.26% and female literacy is 41.38%.