Wazirpur - Bikram, Patna
Wazirpur is a village situated in the Bikram subdivision of Patna district, Bihar. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bikram and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Patna. Wazirpur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Wazirpur is 245597. The village covers a total geographical area of 492 hectares and falls under the 801104 pincode. Bikram is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Wazirpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Wazirpur
As per Census 2011, Wazirpur village has a total population of 6,929 people, consisting of 3,640 males and 3,289 females. The village has 1,131 households and a sex ratio of 903 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,203 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,842 literate and 3,087 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2,106 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 3 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Wazirpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,929 | 3,640 | 3,289 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,203 | 640 | 563 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2,106 | 1,085 | 1,021 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 3,842 | 2,391 | 1,451 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,087 | 1,249 | 1,838 |
Nearby Villages of Wazirpur
Wazirpur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Raghunathpur | West | 1.19 km |
| Baigawan | East | 1.31 km |
| Hathsar | North | 1.47 km |
| Donrapur | North-West | 1.76 km |
| Kanpa | South-West | 1.91 km |
| Shahjahanpur | South-East | 2.00 km |
| Painapur | East | 2.08 km |
| Chihunta | South-East | 2.28 km |
| Dullahpur | West | 2.44 km |
| Saidabad | South-West | 2.73 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Wazirpur
Wazirpur is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Block Cabin Chakki, while the nearest airport is Muzaffarpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 74.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Wazirpur is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Patna to Wazirpur is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Wazirpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Wazirpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Wazirpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Wazirpur 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Wazirpur
Where is Wazirpur located?
Wazirpur village is located in Bikram Subdivision, Patna district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Wazirpur?
Wazirpur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Wazirpur?
The pincode of Wazirpur is 801104.
What is the population of Wazirpur?
Wazirpur has a total population of 6,929, including 3,640 males and 3,289 females.
How many households are there in Wazirpur?
There are 1,131 households in Wazirpur.
What is the literacy rate in Wazirpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Wazirpur is 55.45%. Male literacy is 65.69% and female literacy is 44.12%.