Pakaria - Pirpainti, Bhagalpur
Pakaria is a village situated in the Pirpainti subdivision of Bhagalpur district, Bihar. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pirpainti and around 66 km from the district headquarters in Bhagalpur. Kirtania serves as the Gram Panchayat for Pakaria village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pakaria is 239023. The village covers a total geographical area of 7 hectares and falls under the 813209 pincode. Colgong is the nearest town, located about 32 km away.
Pakaria village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pirpainti Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhagalpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Pakaria
As per Census 2011, Pakaria village has a total population of 1,222 people, consisting of 649 males and 573 females. The village has 211 households and a sex ratio of 882 females per 1,000 males. There are 225 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 725 literate and 497 illiterate residents. Additionally, 67 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Pakaria are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,222 | 649 | 573 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 225 | 119 | 106 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 67 | 43 | 24 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | - | 1 |
| Literate Population | 725 | 420 | 305 |
| Illiterate Population | 497 | 229 | 268 |
Nearby Villages of Pakaria
Pakaria is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Pakaria
Pakaria is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. Pakaria has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Colgong to Pakaria is about 32 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bhagalpur to Pakaria is about 66 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Pakaria
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pakaria 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Pakaria
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pakaria village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Pakaria
Where is Pakaria located?
Pakaria village is located in Pirpainti Subdivision, Bhagalpur district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pakaria?
The Gram Panchayat of Pakaria is Kirtania.
What is the pincode of Pakaria?
The pincode of Pakaria is 813209.
What is the population of Pakaria?
Pakaria has a total population of 1,222, including 649 males and 573 females.
How many households are there in Pakaria?
There are 211 households in Pakaria.
What is the literacy rate in Pakaria?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pakaria is 59.33%. Male literacy is 64.71% and female literacy is 53.23%.