Himtiarpur - Purnia East, Purnia
Himtiarpur is a village situated in the Purnia East subdivision of Purnia district, Bihar. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Purnia East and around 18 km from the district headquarters in Purnia. Gaura serves as the Gram Panchayat for Himtiarpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Himtiarpur is 223531. The village covers a total geographical area of 56 hectares and falls under the 854301 pincode. Purnia is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Himtiarpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Himtiarpur
As per Census 2011, Himtiarpur village has a total population of 595 people, consisting of 299 males and 296 females. The village has 112 households and a sex ratio of 989 females per 1,000 males. There are 129 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 159 literate and 436 illiterate residents. Additionally, 258 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 334 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Himtiarpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 595 | 299 | 296 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 129 | 60 | 69 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 258 | 126 | 132 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 334 | 172 | 162 |
| Literate Population | 159 | 97 | 62 |
| Illiterate Population | 436 | 202 | 234 |
Nearby Villages of Himtiarpur
Himtiarpur 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 Himtiarpur
Himtiarpur is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within <1 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Purnia to Himtiarpur is about 18 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 Himtiarpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Himtiarpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Himtiarpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Himtiarpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Himtiarpur
Where is Himtiarpur located?
Himtiarpur village is located in Purnia East Subdivision, Purnia district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Himtiarpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Himtiarpur is Gaura.
What is the pincode of Himtiarpur?
The pincode of Himtiarpur is 854301.
What is the population of Himtiarpur?
Himtiarpur has a total population of 595, including 299 males and 296 females.
How many households are there in Himtiarpur?
There are 112 households in Himtiarpur.
What is the literacy rate in Himtiarpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Himtiarpur is 26.72%. Male literacy is 32.44% and female literacy is 20.95%.