Payaka

Payaka is a village located in Puncha subdivision of Puruliya district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 19km away from sub-district headquarter Puncha (tehsildar office) and 57.4km away from district headquarter Purulia. As per 2009 stats, Chirudihi is the gram panchayat of Payaka village.

Payaka has its own place in the vibrant Puruliya region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Payaka

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Payaka is 331079. The village spans a total geographical area of 74.03 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 723151. Puruliya is nearest town to Payaka village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 60km away.

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Population of Payaka

Below is a concise population overview of Payaka as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
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

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Payaka village:

  • The total population of Payaka village is around 387, including approximately 213 males and 174 females, with a sex ratio of 816 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 48 children aged 0–6 years in Payaka village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Payaka village has 178 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 77 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Payaka village is about 54.52%, with male literacy at 65.26% and female literacy at 41.38%.
  • There are around 70 households in Payaka village.

Connectivity of Payaka

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Payaka. As per the 2011 stats, Payaka had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within village
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Payaka

Knowing the nearby villages of Payaka helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Payaka.

Gopalpur Baraghutu Gadasal Alias Lalpahari Chak Altagora Gholkund Panruda Chhirudi Arkusadanga Dhangakend Raghunathpur Arali

Frequently Asked Questions about Payaka

Where is Payaka located?
Payaka village is situated in Puncha Subdivision, within the Puruliya district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Payaka?
The Gram Panchayat of Payaka is Chirudihi (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Payaka?
The pincode of Payaka is 723151, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Payaka as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Payaka is 387, with 213 males and 174 females.
How many households are there in Payaka as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Payaka village has a total of 70 households.
What is the literacy rate in Payaka as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Payaka is 54.52%. The male literacy rate is 65.26%, while the female literacy rate is 41.38%.