Piskapahari
About Piskapahari
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Piskapahari village is 331230. Piskapahari 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 19.5km away from district headquarter Purulia. As per 2009 stats, Chatuhansa is the gram panchayat of Piskapahari village.
The total geographical area of village is 339.13 hectares. Piskapahari has a total population of 682 peoples, out of which male population is 339 while female population is 343. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 1011 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of piskapahari village is 51.17% out of which 66.96% males and 35.57% females are literate. There are about 132 houses in piskapahari village. Pincode of piskapahari village locality is 723153.
When it comes to administration, Piskapahari 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, Piskapahari village comes under Balarampur Vidhan Sabha constituency & Purulia Lok Sabha constituency. Tata is nearest town to piskapahari village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 75km away.
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Population of Piskapahari
The population details of Piskapahari 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 | 682 | 339 | 343 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 102 | 53 | 49 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 524 | 267 | 257 |
| Literate Population | 349 | 227 | 122 |
| Illiterate Population | 333 | 112 | 221 |
Connectivity of Piskapahari
| 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 - 10 km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Piskapahari
Where is Piskapahari located?
Piskapahari village is situated in Arsha Subdivision, within the Puruliya district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Piskapahari?
The Gram Panchayat of Piskapahari is Chatuhansa (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Piskapahari?
The pincode of Piskapahari is 723153, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Piskapahari as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Piskapahari is 682, with 339 males and 343 females.
How many households are there in Piskapahari as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Piskapahari village has a total of 132 households.
What is the literacy rate in Piskapahari as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Piskapahari is 51.17%. The male literacy rate is 66.96%, while the female literacy rate is 35.57%.