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 Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Painapur
According to the 2011 Census, Painapur village had a total population of 1,927 people, including 999 males and 928 females, living in 282 households. The sex ratio was 929 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 78.72%, with male literacy at 91.25% and female literacy at 64.95%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 27.
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 | 1,927 | 999 | 928 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 334 | 165 | 169 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 27 | 18 | 9 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 1,927, including 999 males and 928 females.
How many households are there in Painapur?
Painapur had 282 households.
What is the literacy rate in Painapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Painapur was 78.72%. Male literacy was 91.25% and female literacy was 64.95%.