Piprawan - Naubatpur, Patna
Piprawan is a village situated in the Naubatpur subdivision of Patna district, Bihar. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Naubatpur and around 39 km from the district headquarters in Patna. Jaitipur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Piprawan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Piprawan is 245580. The village covers a total geographical area of 89 hectares and falls under the 801109 pincode. Naubatpur is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Piprawan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Piprawan
As per Census 2011, Piprawan village has a total population of 3,345 people, consisting of 1,756 males and 1,589 females. The village has 615 households and a sex ratio of 904 females per 1,000 males. There are 560 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,871 literate and 1,474 illiterate residents. Additionally, 529 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Piprawan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,345 | 1,756 | 1,589 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 560 | 286 | 274 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 529 | 261 | 268 |
| Literate Population | 1,871 | 1,085 | 786 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,474 | 671 | 803 |
Nearby Villages of Piprawan
Piprawan 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Adampur | North | 0.46 km |
| Adampur Piprawan | South | 0.56 km |
| Jaitipur | North-East | 1.24 km |
| Sona | South-East | 1.40 km |
| Ahuara | East | 1.76 km |
| Mahammadpur | North-West | 1.86 km |
| Karanja | South-West | 1.90 km |
| Alipur | North | 2.05 km |
| Kharauna | North-East | 2.33 km |
| Gahra | South-East | 2.36 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Piprawan
Piprawan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Masaudhi Court Halt, while the nearest airport is Muzaffarpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 71.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Naubatpur to Piprawan is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Patna to Piprawan is about 39 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 Piprawan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Piprawan 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 Piprawan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Piprawan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Piprawan
Where is Piprawan located?
Piprawan village is located in Naubatpur Subdivision, Patna district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Piprawan?
The Gram Panchayat of Piprawan is Jaitipur.
What is the pincode of Piprawan?
The pincode of Piprawan is 801109.
What is the population of Piprawan?
Piprawan has a total population of 3,345, including 1,756 males and 1,589 females.
How many households are there in Piprawan?
There are 615 households in Piprawan.
What is the literacy rate in Piprawan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Piprawan is 55.93%. Male literacy is 61.79% and female literacy is 49.47%.