Pakrihar - Chanpatia, Pashchim Champaran
Pakrihar is a village situated in the Chanpatia subdivision of Pashchim Champaran district, Bihar. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chanpatia and around 9 km from the district headquarters in Bettiah. Lakhaura serves as the Gram Panchayat for Pakrihar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pakrihar is 217186. The village covers a total geographical area of 42.2 hectares and falls under the 845449 pincode. Chanpatia is the nearest town, located about 7 km away.
Pakrihar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Pakrihar
According to the 2011 Census, Pakrihar village had a total population of 457 people, including 245 males and 212 females, living in 96 households. The sex ratio was 865 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 59.78%, with male literacy at 65.28% and female literacy at 53.33%.
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 | 457 | 245 | 212 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 99 | 52 | 47 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 214 | 126 | 88 |
| Illiterate Population | 243 | 119 | 124 |
Nearby Villages of Pakrihar
Pakrihar 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 Pakrihar
Public transport in the Pakrihar is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Pakrihar.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Chanpatia to Pakrihar is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bettiah to Pakrihar is about 9 km, with the usual travel time around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Pakrihar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pakrihar 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 Pakrihar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pakrihar 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 Pakrihar
Where is Pakrihar located?
Pakrihar village is located in Chanpatia Subdivision, Pashchim Champaran district, Bihar, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Pakrihar?
The Gram Panchayat of Pakrihar is Lakhaura.
What is the pincode of Pakrihar?
The pincode of Pakrihar is 845449.
What is the population of Pakrihar?
Pakrihar had a total population of 457, including 245 males and 212 females.
How many households are there in Pakrihar?
Pakrihar had 96 households.
What is the literacy rate in Pakrihar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pakrihar was 59.78%. Male literacy was 65.28% and female literacy was 53.33%.