Parihara - Piprarhi, Sheohar
Parihara is a village situated in the Piprarhi subdivision of Sheohar district, Bihar. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Piprarhi and around 7 km from the district headquarters in Sheohar. Parsauni Baij serves as the Gram Panchayat for Parihara village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Parihara is 218816. The village covers a total geographical area of 112 hectares and falls under the 843329 pincode. Sheohar is the nearest town, located about 7 km away.
Parihara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Parihara
According to the 2011 Census, Parihara village had a total population of 264 people, including 140 males and 124 females, living in 67 households. The sex ratio was 886 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 42.58%, with male literacy at 55.36% and female literacy at 27.84%.
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 | 264 | 140 | 124 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 55 | 28 | 27 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 89 | 62 | 27 |
| Illiterate Population | 175 | 78 | 97 |
Nearby Villages of Parihara
Parihara 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 Parihara
Parihara is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 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 Sheohar to Parihara is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Parihara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Parihara village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Parihara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Parihara village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Parihara
Where is Parihara located?
Parihara village is located in Piprarhi Subdivision, Sheohar district, Bihar, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Parihara?
The Gram Panchayat of Parihara is Parsauni Baij.
What is the pincode of Parihara?
The pincode of Parihara is 843329.
What is the population of Parihara?
Parihara had a total population of 264, including 140 males and 124 females.
How many households are there in Parihara?
Parihara had 67 households.
What is the literacy rate in Parihara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Parihara was 42.58%. Male literacy was 55.36% and female literacy was 27.84%.