Piprahia - Ishupur, Saran
Piprahia is a village situated in the Ishupur subdivision of Saran district, Bihar. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ishupur and around 24 km from the district headquarters in Chhapra. Ramchaura serves as the Gram Panchayat for Piprahia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Piprahia is 233078. The village covers a total geographical area of 74 hectares and falls under the 841411 pincode. Chapra is the nearest town, located about 26 km away.
Piprahia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Piprahia
According to the 2011 Census, Piprahia village had a total population of 1,886 people, including 974 males and 912 females, living in 308 households. The sex ratio was 936 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 66.88%, with male literacy at 79.97% and female literacy at 53.18%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 213.
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 | 1,886 | 974 | 912 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 343 | 185 | 158 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 213 | 109 | 104 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,032 | 631 | 401 |
| Illiterate Population | 854 | 343 | 511 |
Nearby Villages of Piprahia
Piprahia 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 Piprahia
Piprahia is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Chapra to Piprahia is about 26 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Chhapra to Piprahia is about 24 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 Piprahia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Piprahia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Piprahia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Piprahia 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 Piprahia
Where is Piprahia located?
Piprahia village is located in Ishupur Subdivision, Saran district, Bihar, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Piprahia?
The Gram Panchayat of Piprahia is Ramchaura.
What is the pincode of Piprahia?
The pincode of Piprahia is 841411.
What is the population of Piprahia?
Piprahia had a total population of 1,886, including 974 males and 912 females.
How many households are there in Piprahia?
Piprahia had 308 households.
What is the literacy rate in Piprahia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Piprahia was 66.88%. Male literacy was 79.97% and female literacy was 53.18%.