Peur - Sahar, Bhojpur
Peur is a village situated in the Sahar subdivision of Bhojpur district, Bihar. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sahar and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Arrah. Koran Dihari serves as the Gram Panchayat for Peur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Peur is 247743. The village covers a total geographical area of 203 hectares and falls under the 802208 pincode. Arwal is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Peur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Peur
According to the 2011 Census, Peur village had a total population of 2,080 people, including 1,016 males and 1,064 females, living in 401 households. The sex ratio was 1,047 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 58.00%, with male literacy at 70.31% and female literacy at 46.42%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 402.
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 | 2,080 | 1,016 | 1,064 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 399 | 201 | 198 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 402 | 206 | 196 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 975 | 573 | 402 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,105 | 443 | 662 |
Nearby Villages of Peur
Peur 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 Peur
Peur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Arwal to Peur is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Arrah to Peur is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Peur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Peur 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 Peur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Peur 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 Peur
Where is Peur located?
Peur village is located in Sahar Subdivision, Bhojpur district, Bihar, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Peur?
The Gram Panchayat of Peur is Koran Dihari.
What is the pincode of Peur?
The pincode of Peur is 802208.
What is the population of Peur?
Peur had a total population of 2,080, including 1,016 males and 1,064 females.
How many households are there in Peur?
Peur had 401 households.
What is the literacy rate in Peur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Peur was 58.00%. Male literacy was 70.31% and female literacy was 46.42%.