Piprarhi - Sursand, Sitamarhi
Piprarhi is a village situated in the Sursand subdivision of Sitamarhi district, Bihar. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sursand and around 10 km from the district headquarters in Sitamarhi. Kadarwana serves as the Gram Panchayat for Piprarhi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Piprarhi is 219206. The village covers a total geographical area of 160.45 hectares and falls under the 843331 pincode. Sitamarhi is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Piprarhi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Piprarhi
As per Census 2011, Piprarhi village has a total population of 2,669 people, consisting of 1,417 males and 1,252 females. The village has 507 households and a sex ratio of 883 females per 1,000 males. There are 516 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,152 literate and 1,517 illiterate residents. Additionally, 519 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Piprarhi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,669 | 1,417 | 1,252 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 516 | 264 | 252 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 519 | 279 | 240 |
| Literate Population | 1,152 | 746 | 406 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,517 | 671 | 846 |
Nearby Villages of Piprarhi
Piprarhi 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 Piprarhi
Piprarhi is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Piprarhi.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Sitamarhi to Piprarhi is about 10 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 Piprarhi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Piprarhi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Piprarhi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Piprarhi 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Piprarhi
Where is Piprarhi located?
Piprarhi village is located in Sursand Subdivision, Sitamarhi district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Piprarhi?
The Gram Panchayat of Piprarhi is Kadarwana.
What is the pincode of Piprarhi?
The pincode of Piprarhi is 843331.
What is the population of Piprarhi?
Piprarhi has a total population of 2,669, including 1,417 males and 1,252 females.
How many households are there in Piprarhi?
There are 507 households in Piprarhi.
What is the literacy rate in Piprarhi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Piprarhi is 43.16%. Male literacy is 52.65% and female literacy is 32.43%.