Birpur - Behea, Bhojpur
Birpur is a village situated in the Behea subdivision of Bhojpur district, Bihar. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Behea and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Arrah. Shivpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Birpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Birpur is 247116. The village covers a total geographical area of 136 hectares and falls under the 802165 pincode. Behea is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Birpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Birpur
As per Census 2011, Birpur village has a total population of 2,785 people, consisting of 1,406 males and 1,379 females. The village has 408 households and a sex ratio of 980 females per 1,000 males. There are 459 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,683 literate and 1,102 illiterate residents. Additionally, 872 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 67 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Birpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,785 | 1,406 | 1,379 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 459 | 243 | 216 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 872 | 437 | 435 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 67 | 37 | 30 |
| Literate Population | 1,683 | 1,001 | 682 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,102 | 405 | 697 |
Nearby Villages of Birpur
Birpur 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 Birpur
Birpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Birpur.
| 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 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Behea to Birpur is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Arrah to Birpur is about 30 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 Birpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Birpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Birpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Birpur 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Birpur
Where is Birpur located?
Birpur village is located in Behea Subdivision, Bhojpur district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Birpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Birpur is Shivpur.
What is the pincode of Birpur?
The pincode of Birpur is 802165.
What is the population of Birpur?
Birpur has a total population of 2,785, including 1,406 males and 1,379 females.
How many households are there in Birpur?
There are 408 households in Birpur.
What is the literacy rate in Birpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Birpur is 60.43%. Male literacy is 71.19% and female literacy is 49.46%.