Painapur - Bikram, Patna
Painapur is a village situated in the Bikram subdivision of Patna district, Bihar. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bikram and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Patna. Beni Bigha serves as the Gram Panchayat for Painapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Painapur is 245613. The village covers a total geographical area of 76 hectares and falls under the 801104 pincode. Bikram is the nearest town, located about 3 km away.
Painapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Painapur
As per Census 2011, Painapur village has a total population of 1,927 people, consisting of 999 males and 928 females. The village has 282 households and a sex ratio of 928 females per 1,000 males. There are 334 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,254 literate and 673 illiterate residents. Additionally, 27 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Painapur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,927 | 999 | 928 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 334 | 165 | 169 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 27 | 18 | 9 |
| Literate Population | 1,254 | 761 | 493 |
| Illiterate Population | 673 | 238 | 435 |
Nearby Villages of Painapur
Painapur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Baigawan | West | 0.77 km |
| Shahjahanpur | South | 1.05 km |
| Akhtiarpur | South-East | 1.57 km |
| Chichourha | South | 1.68 km |
| Wazirpur | West | 2.08 km |
| Hathsar | North-West | 2.22 km |
| Chihunta | South-West | 2.32 km |
| Jamalpur | South-East | 2.52 km |
| Nagahra | North | 2.53 km |
| Bishunpur | South-East | 2.79 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Painapur
Painapur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Block Cabin Chakki, while the nearest airport is Muzaffarpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 74.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Bikram to Painapur is about 3 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Patna to Painapur is about 40 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Painapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Painapur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Painapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Painapur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Painapur
Where is Painapur located?
Painapur village is located in Bikram Subdivision, Patna district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Painapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Painapur is Beni Bigha.
What is the pincode of Painapur?
The pincode of Painapur is 801104.
What is the population of Painapur?
Painapur has a total population of 1,927, including 999 males and 928 females.
How many households are there in Painapur?
There are 282 households in Painapur.
What is the literacy rate in Painapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Painapur is 65.08%. Male literacy is 76.18% and female literacy is 53.13%.