Piprahi - Rafiganj, Aurangabad
Piprahi is a village situated in the Rafiganj subdivision of Aurangabad district, Bihar. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Rafiganj and around 32 km from the district headquarters in Aurangabad. Dhosila serves as the Gram Panchayat for Piprahi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Piprahi is 253135. The village covers a total geographical area of 88 hectares and falls under the 824125 pincode. Rafiganj is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Piprahi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rafiganj Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Aurangabad Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Piprahi
As per Census 2011, Piprahi village has a total population of 700 people, consisting of 359 males and 341 females. The village has 103 households and a sex ratio of 949 females per 1,000 males. There are 136 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 258 literate and 442 illiterate residents. Additionally, 4 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Piprahi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 700 | 359 | 341 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 136 | 65 | 71 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 4 | 3 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 258 | 177 | 81 |
| Illiterate Population | 442 | 182 | 260 |
Nearby Villages of Piprahi
Piprahi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bijulia | South-East | 0.95 km |
| Nima Bazid | West | 0.97 km |
| Inglish | North | 1.12 km |
| Karma Husen | South-West | 1.14 km |
| Dharhara | North-East | 1.45 km |
| Nima Mamrez | West | 1.85 km |
| Chatar | North-West | 1.89 km |
| Kiakhap | North | 1.93 km |
| Niman | East | 2.02 km |
| Ghazikarma | South | 2.04 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Piprahi
Piprahi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Rafiganj, while the nearest airport is Muzaffarpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 133.9 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 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rafiganj to Piprahi is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Aurangabad to Piprahi is about 32 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Piprahi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Piprahi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Piprahi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Piprahi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Piprahi
Where is Piprahi located?
Piprahi village is located in Rafiganj Subdivision, Aurangabad district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Piprahi?
The Gram Panchayat of Piprahi is Dhosila.
What is the pincode of Piprahi?
The pincode of Piprahi is 824125.
What is the population of Piprahi?
Piprahi has a total population of 700, including 359 males and 341 females.
How many households are there in Piprahi?
There are 103 households in Piprahi.
What is the literacy rate in Piprahi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Piprahi is 36.86%. Male literacy is 49.30% and female literacy is 23.75%.