Painal - Bihta, Patna
Painal is a village situated in the Bihta subdivision of Patna district, Bihar. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bihta and around 25 km from the district headquarters in Patna. Painal village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Painal is 245430. The village covers a total geographical area of 841 hectares and falls under the 801111 pincode. Bihata is the nearest town, located about 9 km away.
Painal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Maner Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Pataliputra Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Painal
According to the 2011 Census, Painal village had a total population of 9,618 people, including 5,098 males and 4,520 females, living in 1,601 households. The sex ratio was 887 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.43%, with male literacy at 82.20% and female literacy at 61.41%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1,471, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 23.
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 | 9,618 | 5,098 | 4,520 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,607 | 852 | 755 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,471 | 758 | 713 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 23 | 11 | 12 |
| Literate Population | 5,802 | 3,490 | 2,312 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,816 | 1,608 | 2,208 |
Nearby Villages of Painal
Painal 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bela | East | 1.90 km |
| Kanhauli | West | 1.98 km |
| Sirichandpur | South | 2.05 km |
| Jaintipur | South-East | 2.14 km |
| Chhitrauli | North | 2.31 km |
| Lachhmanpur | North-East | 2.46 km |
| Basaurha | South-West | 2.57 km |
| Parkhotimpur Painathi | West | 2.81 km |
| Maddhupur | East | 2.89 km |
| Mustafapur Mauli | North | 2.96 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Painal
Painal is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Sadisopur, while the nearest airport is Muzaffarpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 58.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bihata to Painal is about 9 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Patna to Painal is about 25 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Painal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Painal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Painal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Painal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Painal
Where is Painal located?
Painal village is located in Bihta Subdivision, Patna district, Bihar, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Painal?
Painal is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Painal?
The pincode of Painal is 801111.
What is the population of Painal?
Painal had a total population of 9,618, including 5,098 males and 4,520 females.
How many households are there in Painal?
Painal had 1,601 households.
What is the literacy rate in Painal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Painal was 72.43%. Male literacy was 82.20% and female literacy was 61.41%.