Koparia - Salkhua, Saharsa
Koparia is a village situated in the Salkhua subdivision of Saharsa district, Bihar. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Salkhua and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Saharsa. Koparia village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Koparia is 226685. The village covers a total geographical area of 470.6 hectares and falls under the 852126 pincode. Saharsa is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Koparia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Koparia
As per Census 2011, Koparia village has a total population of 6,056 people, consisting of 3,218 males and 2,838 females. The village has 1,191 households and a sex ratio of 881 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,141 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,138 literate and 3,918 illiterate residents. Additionally, 851 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Koparia are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,056 | 3,218 | 2,838 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,141 | 554 | 587 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 851 | 446 | 405 |
| Literate Population | 2,138 | 1,487 | 651 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,918 | 1,731 | 2,187 |
Nearby Villages of Koparia
Koparia 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sahsaili Thuthi | South | 1.76 km |
| Haransari | North-East | 1.92 km |
| Bankatti | East | 2.09 km |
| Salkhua | North | 2.51 km |
| Kuchaut | South-West | 2.83 km |
| Buchcha | South | 2.84 km |
| Situahi | North-West | 3.17 km |
| Kotwalia | West | 3.26 km |
| Hath Mandal | East | 3.40 km |
| Muzafferpur Sham | South-East | 3.44 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Koparia
Koparia is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Koparia, while the nearest airport is Muzaffarpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 115.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Saharsa to Koparia is about 40 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 Koparia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Koparia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Koparia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Koparia village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Koparia
Where is Koparia located?
Koparia village is located in Salkhua Subdivision, Saharsa district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Koparia?
Koparia is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Koparia?
The pincode of Koparia is 852126.
What is the population of Koparia?
Koparia has a total population of 6,056, including 3,218 males and 2,838 females.
How many households are there in Koparia?
There are 1,191 households in Koparia.
What is the literacy rate in Koparia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Koparia is 35.30%. Male literacy is 46.21% and female literacy is 22.94%.