Piparia - Pipariya, Lakhisarai
Piparia is a village situated in the Pipariya subdivision of Lakhisarai district, Bihar. It is located approximately 1 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pipariya and around 11 km from the district headquarters in Lakhisarai. Pipariya serves as the Gram Panchayat for Piparia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Piparia is 243373. The village covers a total geographical area of 1895.05 hectares and falls under the 811302 pincode. Lakhisarai is the nearest town, located about 11 km away.
Piparia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Piparia
According to the 2011 Census, Piparia village had a total population of 11,442 people, including 6,060 males and 5,382 females, living in 1,786 households. The sex ratio was 888 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 45.08%, with male literacy at 54.01% and female literacy at 34.91%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 676.
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 | 11,442 | 6,060 | 5,382 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 2,335 | 1,213 | 1,122 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 676 | 359 | 317 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 4,105 | 2,618 | 1,487 |
| Illiterate Population | 7,337 | 3,442 | 3,895 |
Nearby Villages of Piparia
Piparia 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 Piparia
Piparia is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village. Piparia has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Lakhisarai to Piparia is about 11 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 Piparia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Piparia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Piparia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Piparia 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Piparia
Where is Piparia located?
Piparia village is located in Pipariya Subdivision, Lakhisarai district, Bihar, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Piparia?
The Gram Panchayat of Piparia is Pipariya.
What is the pincode of Piparia?
The pincode of Piparia is 811302.
What is the population of Piparia?
Piparia had a total population of 11,442, including 6,060 males and 5,382 females.
How many households are there in Piparia?
Piparia had 1,786 households.
What is the literacy rate in Piparia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Piparia was 45.08%. Male literacy was 54.01% and female literacy was 34.91%.