Pijhati
About Pijhati
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Pijhati village is 331231. Pijhati village is located in Arsha subdivision of Puruliya district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 32.2km away from sub-district headquarter Sirkabad (tehsildar office) and 16.9km away from district headquarter Purulia. As per 2009 stats, Puara is the gram panchayat of Pijhati village.
The total geographical area of village is 467.82 hectares. Pijhati has a total population of 1,537 peoples, out of which male population is 783 while female population is 754. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 962 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of pijhati village is 46.71% out of which 57.22% males and 35.81% females are literate. There are about 302 houses in pijhati village. Pincode of pijhati village locality is 723153.
When it comes to administration, Pijhati village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Pijhati village comes under Balarampur Vidhan Sabha constituency & Purulia Lok Sabha constituency. Tata is nearest town to pijhati village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 95km away.
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Population of Pijhati
The population details of Pijhati cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,537 | 783 | 754 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 208 | 101 | 107 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 207 | 106 | 101 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 843 | 425 | 418 |
| Literate Population | 718 | 448 | 270 |
| Illiterate Population | 819 | 335 | 484 |
Connectivity of Pijhati
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within <5 km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Pijhati
Where is Pijhati located?
Pijhati village is situated in Arsha Subdivision, within the Puruliya district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pijhati?
The Gram Panchayat of Pijhati is Puara (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Pijhati?
The pincode of Pijhati is 723153, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Pijhati as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Pijhati is 1,537, with 783 males and 754 females.
How many households are there in Pijhati as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Pijhati village has a total of 302 households.
What is the literacy rate in Pijhati as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Pijhati is 46.71%. The male literacy rate is 57.22%, while the female literacy rate is 35.81%.