Perhap - Sahar, Bhojpur
Perhap is a village situated in the Sahar subdivision of Bhojpur district, Bihar. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sahar and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Arrah. Perhap village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Perhap is 247755. The village covers a total geographical area of 520 hectares and falls under the 802208 pincode. Arwal is the nearest town, located about 7 km away.
Perhap village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Perhap
As per Census 2011, Perhap village has a total population of 5,285 people, consisting of 2,674 males and 2,611 females. The village has 919 households and a sex ratio of 976 females per 1,000 males. There are 935 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,333 literate and 1,952 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,297 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 3 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Perhap are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,285 | 2,674 | 2,611 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 935 | 473 | 462 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,297 | 649 | 648 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 1 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 3,333 | 1,924 | 1,409 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,952 | 750 | 1,202 |
Nearby Villages of Perhap
Perhap 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 Perhap
Perhap is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Arwal to Perhap is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Arrah to Perhap is about 35 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 Perhap
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Perhap 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 Perhap
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Perhap 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Perhap
Where is Perhap located?
Perhap village is located in Sahar Subdivision, Bhojpur district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Perhap?
Perhap is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Perhap?
The pincode of Perhap is 802208.
What is the population of Perhap?
Perhap has a total population of 5,285, including 2,674 males and 2,611 females.
How many households are there in Perhap?
There are 919 households in Perhap.
What is the literacy rate in Perhap?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Perhap is 63.07%. Male literacy is 71.95% and female literacy is 53.96%.