Panrahi - Belsand, Sitamarhi
Panrahi is a village situated in the Belsand subdivision of Sitamarhi district, Bihar. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Belsand and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Sitamarhi. Kansar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Panrahi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Panrahi is 219445. The village covers a total geographical area of 124 hectares and falls under the 843316 pincode. Belsand is the nearest town, located about 3 km away.
Panrahi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Panrahi
As per Census 2011, Panrahi village has a total population of 3,038 people, consisting of 1,594 males and 1,444 females. The village has 667 households and a sex ratio of 905 females per 1,000 males. There are 644 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,392 literate and 1,646 illiterate residents. Additionally, 134 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Panrahi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,038 | 1,594 | 1,444 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 644 | 317 | 327 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 134 | 75 | 59 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Literate Population | 1,392 | 876 | 516 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,646 | 718 | 928 |
Nearby Villages of Panrahi
Panrahi 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 Panrahi
Panrahi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Belsand to Panrahi is about 3 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sitamarhi to Panrahi 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 Panrahi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Panrahi 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 Panrahi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Panrahi 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 Panrahi
Where is Panrahi located?
Panrahi village is located in Belsand Subdivision, Sitamarhi district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Panrahi?
The Gram Panchayat of Panrahi is Kansar.
What is the pincode of Panrahi?
The pincode of Panrahi is 843316.
What is the population of Panrahi?
Panrahi has a total population of 3,038, including 1,594 males and 1,444 females.
How many households are there in Panrahi?
There are 667 households in Panrahi.
What is the literacy rate in Panrahi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Panrahi is 45.82%. Male literacy is 54.96% and female literacy is 35.73%.