Paighambarpur - Baniapur, Saran
Paighambarpur is a village situated in the Baniapur subdivision of Saran district, Bihar. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Baniapur and around 25 km from the district headquarters in Chhapra. Paigambar Pur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Paighambarpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Paighambarpur is 233195. The village covers a total geographical area of 398 hectares and falls under the 841403 pincode. Chapra is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Paighambarpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Baniapur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Maharajganj Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Paighambarpur
As per Census 2011, Paighambarpur village has a total population of 7,351 people, consisting of 3,800 males and 3,551 females. The village has 1,228 households and a sex ratio of 934 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,246 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 4,369 literate and 2,982 illiterate residents. Additionally, 167 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 63 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Paighambarpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 7,351 | 3,800 | 3,551 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,246 | 655 | 591 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 167 | 92 | 75 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 63 | 30 | 33 |
| Literate Population | 4,369 | 2,559 | 1,810 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,982 | 1,241 | 1,741 |
Nearby Villages of Paighambarpur
Paighambarpur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Tola Tawakal Rai | North-East | 1.27 km |
| Hardew Tola | South-East | 1.50 km |
| Hunraraha Khurd | South-East | 1.64 km |
| Bhusanw | South-West | 1.65 km |
| Usti | East | 1.79 km |
| Kanhauli Manohar | North-West | 1.91 km |
| Hariharpur | South | 2.08 km |
| Hansrajpur Khurd | South-West | 2.45 km |
| Hardi Tola | South-East | 2.57 km |
| Hansrajpur Kalan | South-West | 2.71 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Paighambarpur
Paighambarpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Bahuara, while the nearest airport is Muzaffarpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 52.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Chapra to Paighambarpur is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chhapra to Paighambarpur is about 25 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Paighambarpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Paighambarpur 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 Paighambarpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Paighambarpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Paighambarpur
Where is Paighambarpur located?
Paighambarpur village is located in Baniapur Subdivision, Saran district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Paighambarpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Paighambarpur is Paigambar Pur.
What is the pincode of Paighambarpur?
The pincode of Paighambarpur is 841403.
What is the population of Paighambarpur?
Paighambarpur has a total population of 7,351, including 3,800 males and 3,551 females.
How many households are there in Paighambarpur?
There are 1,228 households in Paighambarpur.
What is the literacy rate in Paighambarpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Paighambarpur is 59.43%. Male literacy is 67.34% and female literacy is 50.97%.