Piprahi - Ladania, Madhubani
Piprahi is a village situated in the Ladania subdivision of Madhubani district, Bihar. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ladania and around 75 km from the district headquarters in Madhubani. Piprahi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Piprahi is 219968. The village covers a total geographical area of 1303.9 hectares and falls under the 847232 pincode. Jainagar is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Piprahi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Piprahi
According to the 2011 Census, Piprahi village had a total population of 11,663 people, including 6,077 males and 5,586 females, living in 2,033 households. The sex ratio was 919 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 59.62%, with male literacy at 74.07% and female literacy at 44.03%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1,297, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1.
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 | 11,663 | 6,077 | 5,586 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 2,194 | 1,164 | 1,030 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,297 | 680 | 617 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 5,645 | 3,639 | 2,006 |
| Illiterate Population | 6,018 | 2,438 | 3,580 |
Nearby Villages of Piprahi
Piprahi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Garha | South | 1.82 km |
| Lachhminia | West | 3.61 km |
| Belahi | South | 4.34 km |
| Lalmunia Munhara | South-East | 4.93 km |
| Birpur Barapatti Pindraun | South-East | 5.00 km |
| Mahtha | West | 5.04 km |
| Sidhapa | South-West | 5.89 km |
| Mahua | West | 6.51 km |
| Gajhara | South | 6.74 km |
| Rae Chanda | South-East | 7.24 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Piprahi
Piprahi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Laukaha Bazar, while the nearest airport is Muzaffarpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 96.6 km.
| 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 Jainagar to Piprahi is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Madhubani to Piprahi is about 75 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Piprahi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Piprahi 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 Piprahi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Piprahi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Piprahi
Where is Piprahi located?
Piprahi village is located in Ladania Subdivision, Madhubani district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Piprahi?
Piprahi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Piprahi?
The pincode of Piprahi is 847232.
What is the population of Piprahi?
Piprahi had a total population of 11,663, including 6,077 males and 5,586 females.
How many households are there in Piprahi?
Piprahi had 2,033 households.
What is the literacy rate in Piprahi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Piprahi was 59.62%. Male literacy was 74.07% and female literacy was 44.03%.