Paina - Chausa, Madhepura
Paina is a village situated in the Chausa subdivision of Madhepura district, Bihar. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chausa and around 55 km from the district headquarters in Madhepura. Paina village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Paina is 226217. The village covers a total geographical area of 602.04 hectares and falls under the 852213 pincode. Bhagalpur is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Paina village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Paina
As per Census 2011, Paina village has a total population of 12,324 people, consisting of 6,422 males and 5,902 females. The village has 2,196 households and a sex ratio of 919 females per 1,000 males. There are 2,831 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,701 literate and 8,623 illiterate residents. Additionally, 788 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Paina are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 12,324 | 6,422 | 5,902 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 2,831 | 1,463 | 1,368 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 788 | 409 | 379 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Literate Population | 3,701 | 2,325 | 1,376 |
| Illiterate Population | 8,623 | 4,097 | 4,526 |
Nearby Villages of Paina
Paina 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 Paina
Paina 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 | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhagalpur to Paina is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Madhepura to Paina is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Paina
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Paina 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 Paina
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Paina 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Paina
Where is Paina located?
Paina village is located in Chausa Subdivision, Madhepura district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Paina?
Paina is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Paina?
The pincode of Paina is 852213.
What is the population of Paina?
Paina has a total population of 12,324, including 6,422 males and 5,902 females.
How many households are there in Paina?
There are 2,196 households in Paina.
What is the literacy rate in Paina?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Paina is 30.03%. Male literacy is 36.20% and female literacy is 23.31%.