Patjirwa - Bairia, Pashchim Champaran
Patjirwa is a village situated in the Bairia subdivision of Pashchim Champaran district, Bihar. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bairia and around 15 km from the district headquarters in Bettiah. Bagahi Baghamberpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Patjirwa village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Patjirwa is 217374. The village covers a total geographical area of 2978.4 hectares and falls under the 845439 pincode. Bettiah is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Patjirwa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Patjirwa
As per Census 2011, Patjirwa village has a total population of 27,172 people, consisting of 14,440 males and 12,732 females. The village has 4,944 households and a sex ratio of 881 females per 1,000 males. There are 5,660 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 10,329 literate and 16,843 illiterate residents. Additionally, 3,010 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 76 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Patjirwa are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 27,172 | 14,440 | 12,732 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 5,660 | 2,858 | 2,802 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 3,010 | 1,578 | 1,432 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 76 | 35 | 41 |
| Literate Population | 10,329 | 6,624 | 3,705 |
| Illiterate Population | 16,843 | 7,816 | 9,027 |
Nearby Villages of Patjirwa
Patjirwa 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sirsia Mathia | South-East | 2.76 km |
| Baghambarpur | East | 2.77 km |
| Dhabia | North | 3.04 km |
| Mangalpur | North-West | 4.12 km |
| Konhra | North-East | 4.33 km |
| Balua Rampur | South-East | 4.43 km |
| Tola Malahi | South-East | 4.44 km |
| Surajpur | South | 4.65 km |
| Nimuia | North-East | 4.74 km |
| Laukaria Jogapatti | North-West | 5.20 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Patjirwa
Patjirwa is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Prajapati Halt, while the nearest airport is Raxaul Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 38.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Bettiah to Patjirwa is about 15 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 Patjirwa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Patjirwa village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Patjirwa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Patjirwa 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Patjirwa
Where is Patjirwa located?
Patjirwa village is located in Bairia Subdivision, Pashchim Champaran district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Patjirwa?
The Gram Panchayat of Patjirwa is Bagahi Baghamberpur.
What is the pincode of Patjirwa?
The pincode of Patjirwa is 845439.
What is the population of Patjirwa?
Patjirwa has a total population of 27,172, including 14,440 males and 12,732 females.
How many households are there in Patjirwa?
There are 4,944 households in Patjirwa.
What is the literacy rate in Patjirwa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Patjirwa is 38.01%. Male literacy is 45.87% and female literacy is 29.10%.