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 Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Phasia
According to the 2011 Census, Phasia village had a total population of 2,240 people, including 1,157 males and 1,083 females, living in 433 households. The sex ratio was 936 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 45.99%, with male literacy at 51.56% and female literacy at 40.00%.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,240 | 1,157 | 1,083 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 381 | 193 | 188 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 2,240, including 1,157 males and 1,083 females.
How many households are there in Phasia?
Phasia had 433 households.
What is the literacy rate in Phasia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Phasia was 45.99%. Male literacy was 51.56% and female literacy was 40.00%.