Paut - Arrah, Bhojpur
Paut is a village situated in the Arrah subdivision of Bhojpur district, Bihar. It is located approximately 22 km from Arrah, which serves as both the tehsil and district headquarters. Agarsanda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Paut village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Paut is 246802. The village covers a total geographical area of 266 hectares and falls under the 802156 pincode. Arrah is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Paut village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Barhara Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Arrah Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Paut
According to the 2011 Census, Paut village had a total population of 2,122 people, including 1,128 males and 994 females, living in 307 households. The sex ratio was 881 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.32%, with male literacy at 85.27% and female literacy at 53.52%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 320, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 7.
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 | 2,122 | 1,128 | 994 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 313 | 171 | 142 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 320 | 186 | 134 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 7 | 3 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 1,272 | 816 | 456 |
| Illiterate Population | 850 | 312 | 538 |
Nearby Villages of Paut
Paut 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 Paut
Paut 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 located within >10 km of Paut.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Arrah to Paut is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Paut
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Paut village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Paut
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Paut 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) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Paut
Where is Paut located?
Paut village is located in Arrah Subdivision, Bhojpur district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Paut?
The Gram Panchayat of Paut is Agarsanda.
What is the pincode of Paut?
The pincode of Paut is 802156.
What is the population of Paut?
Paut had a total population of 2,122, including 1,128 males and 994 females.
How many households are there in Paut?
Paut had 307 households.
What is the literacy rate in Paut?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Paut was 70.32%. Male literacy was 85.27% and female literacy was 53.52%.