Piuli - Hathua, Gopalganj
Piuli is a village situated in the Hathua subdivision of Gopalganj district, Bihar. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Hathua and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Gopalganj. Fatehpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Piuli village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Piuli is 230648. The village covers a total geographical area of 124.19 hectares and falls under the 841436 pincode. Mirganj is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Piuli village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Piuli
As per Census 2011, Piuli village has a total population of 2,400 people, consisting of 1,200 males and 1,200 females. The village has 365 households and a sex ratio of 1,000 females per 1,000 males. There are 338 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,578 literate and 822 illiterate residents. Additionally, 167 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 58 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Piuli are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,400 | 1,200 | 1,200 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 338 | 176 | 162 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 167 | 80 | 87 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 58 | 26 | 32 |
| Literate Population | 1,578 | 894 | 684 |
| Illiterate Population | 822 | 306 | 516 |
Nearby Villages of Piuli
Piuli 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Pakri | South-West | 0.97 km |
| Bagahi Bairisal | South | 1.10 km |
| Satain Khap | South-East | 1.22 km |
| Satain | North-West | 1.22 km |
| Fatehpur | North-East | 1.25 km |
| Manjha Goshain | North | 1.71 km |
| Kheman Tola | South-West | 1.78 km |
| Samail Gaurup | West | 2.01 km |
| Babhneti | East | 2.05 km |
| Chand Patti | West | 2.06 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Piuli
Piuli is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Lain Bazar, while the nearest airport is Raxaul Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 71.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Mirganj to Piuli is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Gopalganj to Piuli is about 30 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Piuli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Piuli village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Piuli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Piuli village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Piuli
Where is Piuli located?
Piuli village is located in Hathua Subdivision, Gopalganj district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Piuli?
The Gram Panchayat of Piuli is Fatehpur.
What is the pincode of Piuli?
The pincode of Piuli is 841436.
What is the population of Piuli?
Piuli has a total population of 2,400, including 1,200 males and 1,200 females.
How many households are there in Piuli?
There are 365 households in Piuli.
What is the literacy rate in Piuli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Piuli is 65.75%. Male literacy is 74.50% and female literacy is 57.00%.