Pirojgarh - Ghoghardiha, Madhubani
Pirojgarh is a village situated in the Ghoghardiha subdivision of Madhubani district, Bihar. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ghoghardiha and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Madhubani. Piroj Gadh serves as the Gram Panchayat for Pirojgarh village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pirojgarh is 220781. The village covers a total geographical area of 727.6 hectares and falls under the 847402 pincode. Ghoghardiha is the nearest town, located about 4 km away.
Pirojgarh village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Pirojgarh
As per Census 2011, Pirojgarh village has a total population of 8,394 people, consisting of 4,254 males and 4,140 females. The village has 1,513 households and a sex ratio of 973 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,638 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,913 literate and 4,481 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,011 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 3 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Pirojgarh are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 8,394 | 4,254 | 4,140 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,638 | 849 | 789 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,011 | 534 | 477 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 3 | - |
| Literate Population | 3,913 | 2,461 | 1,452 |
| Illiterate Population | 4,481 | 1,793 | 2,688 |
Nearby Villages of Pirojgarh
Pirojgarh 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Tilat | North | 1.52 km |
| Rajuahi | South-East | 1.70 km |
| Bhirahar | South-West | 2.30 km |
| Chikna | West | 2.57 km |
| Mahadewa | North | 2.66 km |
| Sahorwa | South-East | 2.76 km |
| Matras | South | 2.76 km |
| Biraul | South-West | 2.82 km |
| Tharbitia | North-West | 3.04 km |
| Indarwa | North | 3.12 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Pirojgarh
Pirojgarh is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Ghogardiha, while the nearest airport is Muzaffarpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 93.5 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 | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ghoghardiha to Pirojgarh is about 4 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Madhubani to Pirojgarh is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Pirojgarh
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pirojgarh village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Pirojgarh
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pirojgarh 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 Pirojgarh
Where is Pirojgarh located?
Pirojgarh village is located in Ghoghardiha Subdivision, Madhubani district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pirojgarh?
The Gram Panchayat of Pirojgarh is Piroj Gadh.
What is the pincode of Pirojgarh?
The pincode of Pirojgarh is 847402.
What is the population of Pirojgarh?
Pirojgarh has a total population of 8,394, including 4,254 males and 4,140 females.
How many households are there in Pirojgarh?
There are 1,513 households in Pirojgarh.
What is the literacy rate in Pirojgarh?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pirojgarh is 46.62%. Male literacy is 57.85% and female literacy is 35.07%.