Paira - Singhwara, Darbhanga
Paira is a village situated in the Singhwara subdivision of Darbhanga district, Bihar. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Singhwara and around 32 km from the district headquarters in Darbhanga. Katka serves as the Gram Panchayat for Paira village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Paira is 226777. The village covers a total geographical area of 221 hectares and falls under the 847123 pincode. Darbhanga is the nearest town, located about 32 km away.
Paira village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jale Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Madhubani Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Paira
According to the 2011 Census, Paira village had a total population of 1,508 people, including 781 males and 727 females, living in 343 households. The sex ratio was 931 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 52.25%, with male literacy at 57.89% and female literacy at 46.09%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 706.
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 | 1,508 | 781 | 727 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 331 | 166 | 165 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 706 | 369 | 337 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 615 | 356 | 259 |
| Illiterate Population | 893 | 425 | 468 |
Nearby Villages of Paira
Paira 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 Paira
Paira 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 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Darbhanga to Paira is about 32 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 Paira
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Paira 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 | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Paira
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Paira village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Paira
Where is Paira located?
Paira village is located in Singhwara Subdivision, Darbhanga district, Bihar, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Paira?
The Gram Panchayat of Paira is Katka.
What is the pincode of Paira?
The pincode of Paira is 847123.
What is the population of Paira?
Paira had a total population of 1,508, including 781 males and 727 females.
How many households are there in Paira?
Paira had 343 households.
What is the literacy rate in Paira?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Paira was 52.25%. Male literacy was 57.89% and female literacy was 46.09%.