Panchhaur - Riga, Sitamarhi
Panchhaur is a village situated in the Riga subdivision of Sitamarhi district, Bihar. It is located approximately 2 km from the tehsil headquarters in Riga and around 9 km from the district headquarters in Sitamarhi. Kusumari serves as the Gram Panchayat for Panchhaur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Panchhaur is 219369. The village covers a total geographical area of 325.75 hectares and falls under the 843327 pincode. Sitamarhi is the nearest town, located about 9 km away.
Panchhaur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Panchhaur
As per Census 2011, Panchhaur village has a total population of 6,442 people, consisting of 3,422 males and 3,020 females. The village has 1,316 households and a sex ratio of 882 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,186 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,075 literate and 3,367 illiterate residents. Additionally, 633 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Panchhaur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,442 | 3,422 | 3,020 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,186 | 608 | 578 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 633 | 361 | 272 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | - | 2 |
| Literate Population | 3,075 | 1,893 | 1,182 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,367 | 1,529 | 1,838 |
Nearby Villages of Panchhaur
Panchhaur 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 Panchhaur
Public transport in the Panchhaur is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Panchhaur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sitamarhi to Panchhaur is about 9 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 Panchhaur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Panchhaur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Panchhaur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Panchhaur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Panchhaur
Where is Panchhaur located?
Panchhaur village is located in Riga Subdivision, Sitamarhi district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Panchhaur?
The Gram Panchayat of Panchhaur is Kusumari.
What is the pincode of Panchhaur?
The pincode of Panchhaur is 843327.
What is the population of Panchhaur?
Panchhaur has a total population of 6,442, including 3,422 males and 3,020 females.
How many households are there in Panchhaur?
There are 1,316 households in Panchhaur.
What is the literacy rate in Panchhaur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Panchhaur is 47.73%. Male literacy is 55.32% and female literacy is 39.14%.