Pirraha - Rupauli, Purnia
Pirraha is a village situated in the Rupauli subdivision of Purnia district, Bihar. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Rupauli and around 55 km from the district headquarters in Purnia. Goriar (east) serves as the Gram Panchayat for Pirraha village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pirraha is 223250. The village covers a total geographical area of 80 hectares and falls under the 854102 pincode. Purnia is the nearest town, located about 55 km away.
Pirraha village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Pirraha
As per Census 2011, Pirraha village has a total population of 140 people, consisting of 74 males and 66 females. The village has 30 households and a sex ratio of 891 females per 1,000 males. There are 37 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 65 literate and 75 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 139 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Pirraha are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 140 | 74 | 66 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 37 | 18 | 19 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 139 | 73 | 66 |
| Literate Population | 65 | 40 | 25 |
| Illiterate Population | 75 | 34 | 41 |
Nearby Villages of Pirraha
Pirraha 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 Pirraha
Pirraha is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Pirraha is about 55 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Pirraha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pirraha 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Pirraha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pirraha 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 Pirraha
Where is Pirraha located?
Pirraha village is located in Rupauli Subdivision, Purnia district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pirraha?
The Gram Panchayat of Pirraha is Goriar (east).
What is the pincode of Pirraha?
The pincode of Pirraha is 854102.
What is the population of Pirraha?
Pirraha has a total population of 140, including 74 males and 66 females.
How many households are there in Pirraha?
There are 30 households in Pirraha.
What is the literacy rate in Pirraha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pirraha is 46.43%. Male literacy is 54.05% and female literacy is 37.88%.