Paghari - Biraul, Darbhanga
Paghari is a village situated in the Biraul subdivision of Darbhanga district, Bihar. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Biraul and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Darbhanga. Sonpur Paghari serves as the Gram Panchayat for Paghari village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Paghari is 227742. The village covers a total geographical area of 286 hectares and falls under the 847203 pincode. Darbhanga is the nearest town, located about 50 km away.
Paghari village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kusheshwar asthan Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Samastipur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Paghari
As per Census 2011, Paghari village has a total population of 4,163 people, consisting of 2,125 males and 2,038 females. The village has 854 households and a sex ratio of 959 females per 1,000 males. There are 703 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,753 literate and 2,410 illiterate residents. Additionally, 302 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Paghari are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,163 | 2,125 | 2,038 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 703 | 352 | 351 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 302 | 160 | 142 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | - | 2 |
| Literate Population | 1,753 | 1,038 | 715 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,410 | 1,087 | 1,323 |
Nearby Villages of Paghari
Paghari 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 Paghari
Paghari 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 Darbhanga to Paghari is about 50 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Paghari
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Paghari village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Paghari
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Paghari 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Paghari
Where is Paghari located?
Paghari village is located in Biraul Subdivision, Darbhanga district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Paghari?
The Gram Panchayat of Paghari is Sonpur Paghari.
What is the pincode of Paghari?
The pincode of Paghari is 847203.
What is the population of Paghari?
Paghari has a total population of 4,163, including 2,125 males and 2,038 females.
How many households are there in Paghari?
There are 854 households in Paghari.
What is the literacy rate in Paghari?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Paghari is 42.11%. Male literacy is 48.85% and female literacy is 35.08%.