Pikhira

Pikhira is a village located in Falta subdivision of South Twenty Four Parganas district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 12.6km away from sub-district headquarter Falta (tehsildar office) and 32.2km away from district headquarter Alipore. As per 2009 stats, Fatepur is the gram panchayat of Pikhira village.

Pikhira has its own place in the vibrant South Twenty Four Parganas 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 Pikhira

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Pikhira is 334309. The village spans a total geographical area of 54.34 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 743513. Diamond Harbour is nearest town to Pikhira village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.

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Population of Pikhira

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 571 284 287
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 34 16 18
Scheduled Castes (SC) 1 N/A 1
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 427 243 184
Illiterate Population 144 41 103

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

  • The total population of Pikhira village is around 571, including approximately 284 males and 287 females, with a sex ratio of 1010 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 34 children aged 0–6 years in Pikhira village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Pikhira village has 1 person belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Pikhira village is about 74.78%, with male literacy at 85.56% and female literacy at 64.11%.
  • There are around 160 households in Pikhira village.

Connectivity of Pikhira

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

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 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Pikhira

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

Barabere Purba Durgapur Gazipur Tajpur Sasan Purba Gopalpur Rantan Chaluary Niyogirat Durbarat Kotaldanga

Frequently Asked Questions about Pikhira

Where is Pikhira located?
Pikhira village is situated in Falta Subdivision, within the South Twenty Four Parganas district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pikhira?
The Gram Panchayat of Pikhira is Fatepur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Pikhira?
The pincode of Pikhira is 743513, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Pikhira as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Pikhira is 571, with 284 males and 287 females.
How many households are there in Pikhira as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Pikhira village has a total of 160 households.
What is the literacy rate in Pikhira as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Pikhira is 74.78%. The male literacy rate is 85.56%, while the female literacy rate is 64.11%.