Piprarh - Barhampur, Buxar
Piprarh is a village situated in the Barhampur subdivision of Buxar district, Bihar. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Barhampur and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Buxar. Pokhraha serves as the Gram Panchayat for Piprarh village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Piprarh is 248041. The village covers a total geographical area of 106.8 hectares and falls under the 802134 pincode. Dumraon is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Piprarh village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Piprarh
According to the 2011 Census, Piprarh village had a total population of 1,009 people, including 516 males and 493 females, living in 130 households. The sex ratio was 955 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.25%, with male literacy at 83.97% and female literacy at 61.52%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 23, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 21.
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 | 1,009 | 516 | 493 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 209 | 98 | 111 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 23 | 12 | 11 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 21 | 11 | 10 |
| Literate Population | 586 | 351 | 235 |
| Illiterate Population | 423 | 165 | 258 |
Nearby Villages of Piprarh
Piprarh 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 Piprarh
Public transport in the Piprarh is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Piprarh.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Dumraon to Piprarh is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Buxar to Piprarh 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 Piprarh
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Piprarh village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Piprarh
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Piprarh 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 Piprarh
Where is Piprarh located?
Piprarh village is located in Barhampur Subdivision, Buxar district, Bihar, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Piprarh?
The Gram Panchayat of Piprarh is Pokhraha.
What is the pincode of Piprarh?
The pincode of Piprarh is 802134.
What is the population of Piprarh?
Piprarh had a total population of 1,009, including 516 males and 493 females.
How many households are there in Piprarh?
Piprarh had 130 households.
What is the literacy rate in Piprarh?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Piprarh was 73.25%. Male literacy was 83.97% and female literacy was 61.52%.