Piar - Atri, Gaya
Piar is a village situated in the Atri subdivision of Gaya district, Bihar. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Atri and around 15 km from the district headquarters in Gaya. Narawat serves as the Gram Panchayat for Piar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Piar is 255188. The village covers a total geographical area of 359 hectares and falls under the 823311 pincode. Gaya is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Piar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Atri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jahanabad Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Piar
According to the 2011 Census, Piar village had a total population of 1,771 people, including 940 males and 831 females, living in 242 households. The sex ratio was 884 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 55.00%, with male literacy at 64.98% and female literacy at 43.43%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 349.
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 | 1,771 | 940 | 831 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 260 | 129 | 131 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 349 | 197 | 152 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 831 | 527 | 304 |
| Illiterate Population | 940 | 413 | 527 |
Nearby Villages of Piar
Piar is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Jehli Bigha | South-East | 1.41 km |
| Bhithra | South-West | 1.45 km |
| Banwan Goshain Math | North-West | 1.70 km |
| Narawat | North-East | 2.07 km |
| Jiri | West | 2.14 km |
| Sitarampur | North | 2.16 km |
| Banchar | East | 2.33 km |
| Khiri | South | 2.58 km |
| Chehal Mundera | South-West | 2.66 km |
| Ghareya | South | 2.83 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Piar
Public transport in the Piar is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Karjara, while the nearest airport is Muzaffarpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 113.1 km.
| 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 | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Gaya to Piar is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Piar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Piar 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 Piar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Piar 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Piar
Where is Piar located?
Piar village is located in Atri Subdivision, Gaya district, Bihar, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Piar?
The Gram Panchayat of Piar is Narawat.
What is the pincode of Piar?
The pincode of Piar is 823311.
What is the population of Piar?
Piar had a total population of 1,771, including 940 males and 831 females.
How many households are there in Piar?
Piar had 242 households.
What is the literacy rate in Piar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Piar was 55.00%. Male literacy was 64.98% and female literacy was 43.43%.