Birpur - Purnia East, Purnia
Birpur is a village situated in the Purnia East subdivision of Purnia district, Bihar. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Purnia East and around 12 km from the district headquarters in Purnia. Birpur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Birpur is 223506. The village covers a total geographical area of 613 hectares and falls under the 854301 pincode. Purnia is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Birpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Birpur
As per Census 2011, Birpur village has a total population of 4,198 people, consisting of 2,176 males and 2,022 females. The village has 816 households and a sex ratio of 929 females per 1,000 males. There are 783 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,009 literate and 2,189 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,148 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,096 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Birpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,198 | 2,176 | 2,022 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 783 | 405 | 378 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,148 | 582 | 566 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,096 | 559 | 537 |
| Literate Population | 2,009 | 1,166 | 843 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,189 | 1,010 | 1,179 |
Nearby Villages of Birpur
Birpur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Burail | North-East | 1.65 km |
| Tamaut | South-East | 1.93 km |
| Bhatoria | East | 1.93 km |
| Phasia | North-East | 2.40 km |
| Kathua | South-West | 2.57 km |
| Ranipatra | South | 2.64 km |
| Majhaili | South-East | 3.16 km |
| Mandarpur | North-East | 3.31 km |
| Barhari | North-East | 3.41 km |
| Nagdehi | South-East | 3.57 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Birpur
Birpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Ranipatra, while the nearest airport is Malda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 80.2 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 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Purnia to Birpur is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Birpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Birpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Birpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Birpur 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Birpur
Where is Birpur located?
Birpur village is located in Purnia East Subdivision, Purnia district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Birpur?
Birpur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Birpur?
The pincode of Birpur is 854301.
What is the population of Birpur?
Birpur has a total population of 4,198, including 2,176 males and 2,022 females.
How many households are there in Birpur?
There are 816 households in Birpur.
What is the literacy rate in Birpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Birpur is 47.86%. Male literacy is 53.58% and female literacy is 41.69%.