Piprarh - Rajpur, Buxar
Piprarh is a village situated in the Rajpur subdivision of Buxar district, Bihar. It is located approximately 11 km from the tehsil headquarters in Rajpur and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Buxar. Harpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Piprarh village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Piprarh is 248528. The village covers a total geographical area of 450 hectares and falls under the 802122 pincode. Buxar is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Piprarh village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Piprarh
According to the 2011 Census, Piprarh village had a total population of 1,747 people, including 920 males and 827 females, living in 225 households. The sex ratio was 899 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.59%, with male literacy at 81.19% and female literacy at 64.96%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 137.
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 | 1,747 | 920 | 827 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 289 | 144 | 145 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 137 | 78 | 59 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,073 | 630 | 443 |
| Illiterate Population | 674 | 290 | 384 |
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.
| 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 Buxar to Piprarh is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 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 >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 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 >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Piprarh
Where is Piprarh located?
Piprarh village is located in Rajpur Subdivision, Buxar district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Piprarh?
The Gram Panchayat of Piprarh is Harpur.
What is the pincode of Piprarh?
The pincode of Piprarh is 802122.
What is the population of Piprarh?
Piprarh had a total population of 1,747, including 920 males and 827 females.
How many households are there in Piprarh?
Piprarh had 225 households.
What is the literacy rate in Piprarh?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Piprarh was 73.59%. Male literacy was 81.19% and female literacy was 64.96%.