Nipanian - Ishupur, Saran
Nipanian is a village situated in the Ishupur subdivision of Saran district, Bihar. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ishupur and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Chhapra. Nipaniya serves as the Gram Panchayat for Nipanian village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Nipanian is 233091. The village covers a total geographical area of 203 hectares and falls under the 841411 pincode. Marhaura is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Nipanian village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Nipanian
As per Census 2011, Nipanian village has a total population of 4,674 people, consisting of 2,353 males and 2,321 females. The village has 752 households and a sex ratio of 986 females per 1,000 males. There are 794 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,468 literate and 2,206 illiterate residents. Additionally, 699 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 5 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Nipanian are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,674 | 2,353 | 2,321 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 794 | 401 | 393 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 699 | 333 | 366 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 5 | 4 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 2,468 | 1,517 | 951 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,206 | 836 | 1,370 |
Nearby Villages of Nipanian
Nipanian 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Salempur | North | 0.69 km |
| Asawn | South | 1.23 km |
| Semarahia | South-East | 1.48 km |
| Sahwa | North | 1.51 km |
| Salimapur | South-West | 1.72 km |
| Sumbha | West | 1.79 km |
| Ramchaura | West | 1.95 km |
| Piarepur | North-West | 2.04 km |
| Terha | East | 2.35 km |
| Nathua | South | 2.38 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Nipanian
Nipanian is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Agauthar Halt, while the nearest airport is Muzaffarpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 42.3 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 >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Marhaura to Nipanian is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chhapra to Nipanian is about 30 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Nipanian
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Nipanian 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Nipanian
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Nipanian 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Nipanian
Where is Nipanian located?
Nipanian village is located in Ishupur Subdivision, Saran district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Nipanian?
The Gram Panchayat of Nipanian is Nipaniya.
What is the pincode of Nipanian?
The pincode of Nipanian is 841411.
What is the population of Nipanian?
Nipanian has a total population of 4,674, including 2,353 males and 2,321 females.
How many households are there in Nipanian?
There are 752 households in Nipanian.
What is the literacy rate in Nipanian?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Nipanian is 52.80%. Male literacy is 64.47% and female literacy is 40.97%.