Pirari - Mainatanr, Pashchim Champaran
Pirari is a village situated in the Mainatanr subdivision of Pashchim Champaran district, Bihar. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mainatanr and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Bettiah. Pirari village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pirari is 216525. The village covers a total geographical area of 497 hectares and falls under the 845306 pincode. Narkatiyaganj is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Pirari village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Pirari
As per Census 2011, Pirari village has a total population of 6,533 people, consisting of 3,374 males and 3,159 females. The village has 1,102 households and a sex ratio of 936 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,323 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,739 literate and 3,794 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,017 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 65 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Pirari are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,533 | 3,374 | 3,159 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,323 | 688 | 635 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,017 | 527 | 490 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 65 | 30 | 35 |
| Literate Population | 2,739 | 1,690 | 1,049 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,794 | 1,684 | 2,110 |
Nearby Villages of Pirari
Pirari 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Padmaul | West | 1.53 km |
| Senuaria | East | 1.78 km |
| Kaulapur | North | 2.37 km |
| Jhumka | North-East | 2.58 km |
| Chiutaha | South | 2.63 km |
| Jhanjhri | South-East | 2.64 km |
| Singasani | South-East | 2.85 km |
| Purainia | South-West | 3.00 km |
| Sakhuania | West | 3.21 km |
| Odarwa | North-West | 3.21 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Pirari
Pirari is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Gokhula, while the nearest airport is Raxaul Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 24.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Narkatiyaganj to Pirari is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bettiah to Pirari is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Pirari
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pirari 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 Pirari
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pirari village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Pirari
Where is Pirari located?
Pirari village is located in Mainatanr Subdivision, Pashchim Champaran district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pirari?
Pirari is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Pirari?
The pincode of Pirari is 845306.
What is the population of Pirari?
Pirari has a total population of 6,533, including 3,374 males and 3,159 females.
How many households are there in Pirari?
There are 1,102 households in Pirari.
What is the literacy rate in Pirari?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pirari is 41.93%. Male literacy is 50.09% and female literacy is 33.21%.