Papraur - Barauni, Begusarai
Papraur is a village situated in the Barauni subdivision of Begusarai district, Bihar. It is located approximately 2 km from the tehsil headquarters in Barauni and around 10 km from the district headquarters in Begusarai. Paprour serves as the Gram Panchayat for Papraur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Papraur is 237995. The village covers a total geographical area of 269 hectares and falls under the 851210 pincode. Begusarai is the nearest town, located about 2 km away.
Papraur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Teghra Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Begusarai Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Papraur
As per Census 2011, Papraur village has a total population of 11,200 people, consisting of 5,936 males and 5,264 females. The village has 2,016 households and a sex ratio of 886 females per 1,000 males. There are 2,121 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 6,152 literate and 5,048 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,067 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Papraur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 11,200 | 5,936 | 5,264 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 2,121 | 1,078 | 1,043 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,067 | 574 | 493 |
| Literate Population | 6,152 | 3,566 | 2,586 |
| Illiterate Population | 5,048 | 2,370 | 2,678 |
Nearby Villages of Papraur
Papraur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Hawaspur | North | 1.13 km |
| Zamira | South-East | 1.20 km |
| Makhopur | East | 1.61 km |
| Singdaha | North-East | 1.68 km |
| Milki Zamira | South-East | 1.82 km |
| Jamalpur | South-East | 1.93 km |
| Ckak Ahmad | East | 2.00 km |
| Chak Aziz | East | 2.25 km |
| Bhaskara | East | 2.30 km |
| Pipraur | North | 2.40 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Papraur
Papraur is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Bihat Halt, while the nearest airport is Muzaffarpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 87.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Begusarai to Papraur is about 2 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Begusarai to Papraur is about 10 km, with the usual travel time around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Papraur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Papraur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Papraur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Papraur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Papraur
Where is Papraur located?
Papraur village is located in Barauni Subdivision, Begusarai district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Papraur?
The Gram Panchayat of Papraur is Paprour.
What is the pincode of Papraur?
The pincode of Papraur is 851210.
What is the population of Papraur?
Papraur has a total population of 11,200, including 5,936 males and 5,264 females.
How many households are there in Papraur?
There are 2,016 households in Papraur.
What is the literacy rate in Papraur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Papraur is 54.93%. Male literacy is 60.07% and female literacy is 49.13%.