Piria - Dumraon, Buxar
Piria is a village situated in the Dumraon subdivision of Buxar district, Bihar. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dumraon and around 20 km from the district headquarters in Buxar. Ataon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Piria village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Piria is 248137. The village covers a total geographical area of 95.9 hectares and falls under the 802119 pincode. Dumraon is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Piria village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rajpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Buxar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Piria
According to the 2011 Census, Piria village had a total population of 1,348 people, including 718 males and 630 females, living in 199 households. The sex ratio was 877 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 52.43%, with male literacy at 64.14% and female literacy at 39.00%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 235, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 39.
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 | 1,348 | 718 | 630 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 236 | 124 | 112 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 235 | 120 | 115 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 39 | 20 | 19 |
| Literate Population | 583 | 381 | 202 |
| Illiterate Population | 765 | 337 | 428 |
Nearby Villages of Piria
Piria 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 Piria
Piria is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Dumraon to Piria is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Buxar to Piria is about 20 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 Piria
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Piria village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Piria
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Piria village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Piria
Where is Piria located?
Piria village is located in Dumraon Subdivision, Buxar district, Bihar, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Piria?
The Gram Panchayat of Piria is Ataon.
What is the pincode of Piria?
The pincode of Piria is 802119.
What is the population of Piria?
Piria had a total population of 1,348, including 718 males and 630 females.
How many households are there in Piria?
Piria had 199 households.
What is the literacy rate in Piria?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Piria was 52.43%. Male literacy was 64.14% and female literacy was 39.00%.