Piprapur - Asthawan, Nalanda
Piprapur is a village situated in the Asthawan subdivision of Nalanda district, Bihar. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Asthawan and around 12 km from the district headquarters in Biharsharif. Jana serves as the Gram Panchayat for Piprapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Piprapur is 244555. The village covers a total geographical area of 51 hectares and falls under the 801307 pincode. Biharsharif is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Piprapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Piprapur
According to the 2011 Census, Piprapur village had a total population of 902 people, including 459 males and 443 females, living in 137 households. The sex ratio was 965 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 53.95%, with male literacy at 68.31% and female literacy at 38.60%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 101.
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 | 902 | 459 | 443 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 194 | 93 | 101 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 101 | 51 | 50 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 382 | 250 | 132 |
| Illiterate Population | 520 | 209 | 311 |
Nearby Villages of Piprapur
Piprapur 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 Piprapur
Piprapur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Piprapur.
| 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 | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Biharsharif to Piprapur is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Piprapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Piprapur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Piprapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Piprapur 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 Piprapur
Where is Piprapur located?
Piprapur village is located in Asthawan Subdivision, Nalanda district, Bihar, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Piprapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Piprapur is Jana.
What is the pincode of Piprapur?
The pincode of Piprapur is 801307.
What is the population of Piprapur?
Piprapur had a total population of 902, including 459 males and 443 females.
How many households are there in Piprapur?
Piprapur had 137 households.
What is the literacy rate in Piprapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Piprapur was 53.95%. Male literacy was 68.31% and female literacy was 38.60%.