Pipra - Singhwara, Darbhanga
Pipra is a village situated in the Singhwara subdivision of Darbhanga district, Bihar. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Singhwara and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Darbhanga. Shankar Pur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Pipra village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pipra is 226799. The village covers a total geographical area of 157 hectares and falls under the 847123 pincode. Darbhanga is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Pipra village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch 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 Pipra
As per Census 2011, Pipra village has a total population of 881 people, consisting of 460 males and 421 females. The village has 195 households and a sex ratio of 915 females per 1,000 males. There are 141 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 562 literate and 319 illiterate residents. Additionally, 114 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Pipra are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 881 | 460 | 421 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 141 | 79 | 62 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 114 | 67 | 47 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Literate Population | 562 | 322 | 240 |
| Illiterate Population | 319 | 138 | 181 |
Nearby Villages of Pipra
Pipra 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 Pipra
Pipra 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 | 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 Pipra is about 40 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 Pipra
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pipra village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Pipra
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pipra village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Pipra
Where is Pipra located?
Pipra village is located in Singhwara Subdivision, Darbhanga district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pipra?
The Gram Panchayat of Pipra is Shankar Pur.
What is the pincode of Pipra?
The pincode of Pipra is 847123.
What is the population of Pipra?
Pipra has a total population of 881, including 460 males and 421 females.
How many households are there in Pipra?
There are 195 households in Pipra.
What is the literacy rate in Pipra?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pipra is 63.79%. Male literacy is 70.00% and female literacy is 57.01%.