Piru - Haspura, Aurangabad
Piru is a village situated in the Haspura subdivision of Aurangabad district, Bihar. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Haspura and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Aurangabad. Piru village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Piru is 252763. The village covers a total geographical area of 620 hectares and falls under the 824120 pincode. Daudnagar is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Piru village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Goh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Karakat Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Piru
As per Census 2011, Piru village has a total population of 8,537 people, consisting of 4,372 males and 4,165 females. The village has 1,334 households and a sex ratio of 952 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,544 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 4,940 literate and 3,597 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,747 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Piru are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 8,537 | 4,372 | 4,165 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,544 | 775 | 769 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,747 | 897 | 850 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | - | 1 |
| Literate Population | 4,940 | 2,923 | 2,017 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,597 | 1,449 | 2,148 |
Nearby Villages of Piru
Piru 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Berewa | East | 1.14 km |
| Gahna | South-West | 1.66 km |
| Kishunpur | South-East | 1.86 km |
| Paharpura | South | 2.25 km |
| Makbulpurkhas | South-West | 2.31 km |
| Raghunathpur | East | 2.33 km |
| Teri | North | 2.48 km |
| Simbhua | North | 2.52 km |
| Birahra | South-East | 2.62 km |
| Piraho | North-East | 2.67 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Piru
Public transport in the Piru is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Nonar Halt, while the nearest airport is Muzaffarpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 111.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Daudnagar to Piru is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Aurangabad to Piru is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Piru
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Piru village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Piru
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Piru village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Piru
Where is Piru located?
Piru village is located in Haspura Subdivision, Aurangabad district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Piru?
Piru is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Piru?
The pincode of Piru is 824120.
What is the population of Piru?
Piru has a total population of 8,537, including 4,372 males and 4,165 females.
How many households are there in Piru?
There are 1,334 households in Piru.
What is the literacy rate in Piru?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Piru is 57.87%. Male literacy is 66.86% and female literacy is 48.43%.