Phasia - Purnia East, Purnia
Phasia is a village situated in the Purnia East subdivision of Purnia district, Bihar. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Purnia East and around 14 km from the district headquarters in Purnia. Birpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Phasia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Phasia is 223495. The village covers a total geographical area of 143 hectares and falls under the 854301 pincode. Purnia is the nearest town, located about 14 km away.
Phasia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Phasia
As per Census 2011, Phasia village has a total population of 2,240 people, consisting of 1,157 males and 1,083 females. The village has 433 households and a sex ratio of 936 females per 1,000 males. There are 381 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 855 literate and 1,385 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Phasia are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,240 | 1,157 | 1,083 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 381 | 193 | 188 |
| Literate Population | 855 | 497 | 358 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,385 | 660 | 725 |
Nearby Villages of Phasia
Phasia 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 | South-West | 0.76 km |
| Mandarpur | North-East | 1.01 km |
| Barhari | North | 1.62 km |
| Bhatoria | South | 1.96 km |
| Maharajpur | South-East | 2.04 km |
| Patilwa | North | 2.39 km |
| Birpur | South-West | 2.40 km |
| Kochali | North-East | 2.50 km |
| Bagulabari | East | 2.56 km |
| Tamaut | South | 2.92 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Phasia
Phasia is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Purnia Jn, while the nearest airport is Malda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 80.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Purnia to Phasia is about 14 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 Phasia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Phasia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Phasia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Phasia village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Phasia
Where is Phasia located?
Phasia village is located in Purnia East Subdivision, Purnia district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Phasia?
The Gram Panchayat of Phasia is Birpur.
What is the pincode of Phasia?
The pincode of Phasia is 854301.
What is the population of Phasia?
Phasia has a total population of 2,240, including 1,157 males and 1,083 females.
How many households are there in Phasia?
There are 433 households in Phasia.
What is the literacy rate in Phasia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Phasia is 38.17%. Male literacy is 42.96% and female literacy is 33.06%.