Birpur Burh - Madhepur, Madhubani
Birpur Burh is a village situated in the Madhepur subdivision of Madhubani district, Bihar. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Madhepur and around 52 km from the district headquarters in Madhubani. Mahasingh Hasauli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Birpur Burh village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Birpur Burh is 220879. The village covers a total geographical area of 48.1 hectares and falls under the 847408 pincode. Jhanjharpur is the nearest town, located about 27 km away.
Birpur Burh village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jhanjharpur Assembly and Parliamentary constituency.
Population of Birpur Burh
According to the 2011 Census, Birpur Burh village had a total population of 852 people, including 435 males and 417 females, living in 198 households. The sex ratio was 959 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 42.49%, with male literacy at 59.00% and female literacy at 24.85%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 37.
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 | 852 | 435 | 417 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 153 | 74 | 79 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 37 | 20 | 17 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 297 | 213 | 84 |
| Illiterate Population | 555 | 222 | 333 |
Nearby Villages of Birpur Burh
Birpur Burh 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 Birpur Burh
Birpur Burh is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jhanjharpur to Birpur Burh is about 27 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Madhubani to Birpur Burh is about 52 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Birpur Burh
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Birpur Burh 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 | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Birpur Burh
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Birpur Burh 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Birpur Burh
Where is Birpur Burh located?
Birpur Burh village is located in Madhepur Subdivision, Madhubani district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Birpur Burh?
The Gram Panchayat of Birpur Burh is Mahasingh Hasauli.
What is the pincode of Birpur Burh?
The pincode of Birpur Burh is 847408.
What is the population of Birpur Burh?
Birpur Burh had a total population of 852, including 435 males and 417 females.
How many households are there in Birpur Burh?
Birpur Burh had 198 households.
What is the literacy rate in Birpur Burh?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Birpur Burh was 42.49%. Male literacy was 59.00% and female literacy was 24.85%.