Birpur - Piro, Bhojpur
Birpur is a village situated in the Piro subdivision of Bhojpur district, Bihar. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Piro and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Arrah. Kothuan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Birpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Birpur is 247334. The village covers a total geographical area of 87.04 hectares and falls under the 802202 pincode. Piro is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Birpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jagdishpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Arrah Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Birpur
According to the 2011 Census, Birpur village had a total population of 769 people, including 409 males and 360 females, living in 114 households. The sex ratio was 880 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 78.58%, with male literacy at 93.13% and female literacy at 63.06%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 44.
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 | 769 | 409 | 360 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 120 | 74 | 46 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 44 | 17 | 27 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 510 | 312 | 198 |
| Illiterate Population | 259 | 97 | 162 |
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, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Piro to Birpur is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Arrah to Birpur is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 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 | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
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 >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Birpur
Where is Birpur located?
Birpur village is located in Piro Subdivision, Bhojpur district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Birpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Birpur is Kothuan.
What is the pincode of Birpur?
The pincode of Birpur is 802202.
What is the population of Birpur?
Birpur had a total population of 769, including 409 males and 360 females.
How many households are there in Birpur?
Birpur had 114 households.
What is the literacy rate in Birpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Birpur was 78.58%. Male literacy was 93.13% and female literacy was 63.06%.