Piprahia - Jogapatti, Pashchim Champaran
Piprahia is a village situated in the Jogapatti subdivision of Pashchim Champaran district, Bihar. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jogapatti and around 26 km from the district headquarters in Bettiah. Piprahia village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Piprahia is 217114. The village covers a total geographical area of 380.4 hectares and falls under the 845451 pincode. Bettiah is the nearest town, located about 26 km away.
Piprahia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Piprahia
As per Census 2011, Piprahia village has a total population of 5,428 people, consisting of 2,843 males and 2,585 females. The village has 967 households and a sex ratio of 909 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,133 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,275 literate and 3,153 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,066 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 78 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Piprahia are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,428 | 2,843 | 2,585 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,133 | 549 | 584 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,066 | 562 | 504 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 78 | 34 | 44 |
| Literate Population | 2,275 | 1,417 | 858 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,153 | 1,426 | 1,727 |
Nearby Villages of Piprahia
Piprahia 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Balua Murat Ray | South-East | 1.71 km |
| Kaulapur | South | 1.80 km |
| Hariharpur | South-West | 2.24 km |
| Semri Bhawanipur | North-East | 2.85 km |
| Pareagwa | East | 2.96 km |
| Dhabelwa | South | 3.05 km |
| Bharthapatti | South-West | 3.09 km |
| Koirganwan | South-East | 3.34 km |
| Hathia Khap | South-East | 3.58 km |
| Dharhwa | West | 3.60 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Piprahia
Piprahia is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Kumarbagh, while the nearest airport is Raxaul Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 42.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Bettiah to Piprahia is about 26 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Piprahia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Piprahia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Piprahia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Piprahia 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Piprahia
Where is Piprahia located?
Piprahia village is located in Jogapatti Subdivision, Pashchim Champaran district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Piprahia?
Piprahia is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Piprahia?
The pincode of Piprahia is 845451.
What is the population of Piprahia?
Piprahia has a total population of 5,428, including 2,843 males and 2,585 females.
How many households are there in Piprahia?
There are 967 households in Piprahia.
What is the literacy rate in Piprahia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Piprahia is 41.91%. Male literacy is 49.84% and female literacy is 33.19%.