Piajpokhar - Chopra, Uttar Dinajpur
Piajpokhar is a village situated in the Chopra subdivision of Uttar Dinajpur district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 11.7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chopra and around 108 km from the district headquarters in Raiganj. Chutiakhore serves as the Gram Panchayat for Piajpokhar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Piajpokhar is 308904. The village covers a total geographical area of 125.85 hectares and falls under the 733207 pincode. Islampur is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Piajpokhar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Piajpokhar
According to the 2011 Census, Piajpokhar village had a total population of 1,193 people, including 618 males and 575 females, living in 224 households. The sex ratio was 930 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 54.26%, with male literacy at 62.80% and female literacy at 45.10%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 69.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,193 | 618 | 575 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 242 | 126 | 116 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 69 | 38 | 31 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 516 | 309 | 207 |
| Illiterate Population | 677 | 309 | 368 |
Nearby Villages of Piajpokhar
Piajpokhar is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Uttar Mohangachh | South-West | 0.74 km |
| Dakshin Mohangachh | South | 1.44 km |
| Lakhipur | North-East | 1.57 km |
| Tetesari | North | 2.23 km |
| Dholigaon | South-West | 2.35 km |
| Shitalgaon | West | 2.36 km |
| Katgaon | North | 2.53 km |
| Balarampur | North-West | 2.60 km |
| Binapur | East | 2.86 km |
| Kalughat | South-West | 2.94 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Piajpokhar
Piajpokhar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Dhulabari, while the nearest airport is Bagdogra Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 32.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Islampur to Piajpokhar is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Raiganj to Piajpokhar is about 108 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Piajpokhar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Piajpokhar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Piajpokhar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Piajpokhar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Piajpokhar
Where is Piajpokhar located?
Piajpokhar village is located in Chopra Subdivision, Uttar Dinajpur district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Piajpokhar?
The Gram Panchayat of Piajpokhar is Chutiakhore.
What is the pincode of Piajpokhar?
The pincode of Piajpokhar is 733207.
What is the population of Piajpokhar?
Piajpokhar had a total population of 1,193, including 618 males and 575 females.
How many households are there in Piajpokhar?
Piajpokhar had 224 households.
What is the literacy rate in Piajpokhar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Piajpokhar was 54.26%. Male literacy was 62.80% and female literacy was 45.10%.