Phingi - Behea, Bhojpur
Phingi is a village situated in the Behea subdivision of Bhojpur district, Bihar. It is located approximately 1 km from the tehsil headquarters in Behea and around 22 km from the district headquarters in Arrah. Fingi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Phingi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Phingi is 247131. The village covers a total geographical area of 152 hectares and falls under the 802152 pincode. Behea is the nearest town, located about 1 km away.
Phingi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Phingi
As per Census 2011, Phingi village has a total population of 2,557 people, consisting of 1,374 males and 1,183 females. The village has 343 households and a sex ratio of 860 females per 1,000 males. There are 429 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,475 literate and 1,082 illiterate residents. Additionally, 346 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 7 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Phingi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,557 | 1,374 | 1,183 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 429 | 243 | 186 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 346 | 181 | 165 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 7 | 5 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 1,475 | 993 | 482 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,082 | 381 | 701 |
Nearby Villages of Phingi
Phingi 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 Phingi
Phingi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. Phingi has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Behea to Phingi is about 1 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Arrah to Phingi is about 22 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Phingi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Phingi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Phingi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Phingi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Phingi
Where is Phingi located?
Phingi village is located in Behea Subdivision, Bhojpur district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Phingi?
The Gram Panchayat of Phingi is Fingi.
What is the pincode of Phingi?
The pincode of Phingi is 802152.
What is the population of Phingi?
Phingi has a total population of 2,557, including 1,374 males and 1,183 females.
How many households are there in Phingi?
There are 343 households in Phingi.
What is the literacy rate in Phingi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Phingi is 57.68%. Male literacy is 72.27% and female literacy is 40.74%.