Petphorua - Kochas, Rohtas
Petphorua is a village situated in the Kochas subdivision of Rohtas district, Bihar. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kochas and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Sasaram. Kathrai serves as the Gram Panchayat for Petphorua village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Petphorua is 250686. The village covers a total geographical area of 87.8 hectares and falls under the 821112 pincode. Sasaram is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Petphorua village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Petphorua
According to the 2011 Census, Petphorua village had a total population of 476 people, including 258 males and 218 females, living in 58 households. The sex ratio was 845 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 68.80%, with male literacy at 74.43% and female literacy at 62.23%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 40.
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 | 476 | 258 | 218 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 69 | 39 | 30 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 40 | 21 | 19 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 280 | 163 | 117 |
| Illiterate Population | 196 | 95 | 101 |
Nearby Villages of Petphorua
Petphorua 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 Petphorua
Petphorua is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 1-2 km of Petphorua.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 1-2 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sasaram to Petphorua is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Petphorua
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Petphorua village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Petphorua
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Petphorua village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Petphorua
Where is Petphorua located?
Petphorua village is located in Kochas Subdivision, Rohtas district, Bihar, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Petphorua?
The Gram Panchayat of Petphorua is Kathrai.
What is the pincode of Petphorua?
The pincode of Petphorua is 821112.
What is the population of Petphorua?
Petphorua had a total population of 476, including 258 males and 218 females.
How many households are there in Petphorua?
Petphorua had 58 households.
What is the literacy rate in Petphorua?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Petphorua was 68.80%. Male literacy was 74.43% and female literacy was 62.23%.