Pirnagar - Gwalpara, Madhepura
Pirnagar is a village situated in the Gwalpara subdivision of Madhepura district, Bihar. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gwalpara and around 28 km from the district headquarters in Madhepura. Pirnagar village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pirnagar is 226048. The village covers a total geographical area of 499 hectares and falls under the 852115 pincode. Madhepura is the nearest town, located about 27 km away.
Pirnagar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Pirnagar
As per Census 2011, Pirnagar village has a total population of 4,887 people, consisting of 2,568 males and 2,319 females. The village has 880 households and a sex ratio of 903 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,097 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,706 literate and 3,181 illiterate residents. Additionally, 770 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Pirnagar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,887 | 2,568 | 2,319 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,097 | 561 | 536 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 770 | 394 | 376 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 1,706 | 1,063 | 643 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,181 | 1,505 | 1,676 |
Nearby Villages of Pirnagar
Pirnagar 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 Pirnagar
Pirnagar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. Pirnagar has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Madhepura to Pirnagar is about 27 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Madhepura to Pirnagar is about 28 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 Pirnagar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pirnagar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Pirnagar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pirnagar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Pirnagar
Where is Pirnagar located?
Pirnagar village is located in Gwalpara Subdivision, Madhepura district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pirnagar?
Pirnagar is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Pirnagar?
The pincode of Pirnagar is 852115.
What is the population of Pirnagar?
Pirnagar has a total population of 4,887, including 2,568 males and 2,319 females.
How many households are there in Pirnagar?
There are 880 households in Pirnagar.
What is the literacy rate in Pirnagar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pirnagar is 34.91%. Male literacy is 41.39% and female literacy is 27.73%.