Nipania - Barhara, Purnia
Nipania is a village situated in the Barhara subdivision of Purnia district, Bihar. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Barhara and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Purnia. Nipania village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Nipania is 223091. The village covers a total geographical area of 992 hectares and falls under the 854203 pincode. Banmankhi is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Nipania village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Banmankhi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Purnia Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Nipania
As per Census 2011, Nipania village has a total population of 9,052 people, consisting of 4,711 males and 4,341 females. The village has 1,810 households and a sex ratio of 921 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,735 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,524 literate and 5,528 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,630 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 376 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Nipania are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 9,052 | 4,711 | 4,341 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,735 | 889 | 846 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,630 | 859 | 771 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 376 | 199 | 177 |
| Literate Population | 3,524 | 2,171 | 1,353 |
| Illiterate Population | 5,528 | 2,540 | 2,988 |
Nearby Villages of Nipania
Nipania is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Nipania
Nipania is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. Nipania has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Banmankhi to Nipania is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Purnia to Nipania is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Nipania
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Nipania village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Nipania
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Nipania 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 Nipania
Where is Nipania located?
Nipania village is located in Barhara Subdivision, Purnia district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Nipania?
Nipania is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Nipania?
The pincode of Nipania is 854203.
What is the population of Nipania?
Nipania has a total population of 9,052, including 4,711 males and 4,341 females.
How many households are there in Nipania?
There are 1,810 households in Nipania.
What is the literacy rate in Nipania?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Nipania is 38.93%. Male literacy is 46.08% and female literacy is 31.17%.