Piprahia - Darauli, Siwan
Piprahia is a village situated in the Darauli subdivision of Siwan district, Bihar. It is located approximately 11 km from the tehsil headquarters in Darauli and around 32 km from the district headquarters in Siwan. Belaw serves as the Gram Panchayat for Piprahia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Piprahia is 232354. The village covers a total geographical area of 96 hectares and falls under the 841234 pincode. Mairwa is the nearest town, located about 9 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 1,189 people, including 618 males and 571 females, living in 172 households. The sex ratio was 924 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 69.35%, with male literacy at 77.56% and female literacy at 60.46%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 40, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 31.
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 | 1,189 | 618 | 571 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 194 | 101 | 93 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 40 | 16 | 24 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 31 | 19 | 12 |
| Literate Population | 690 | 401 | 289 |
| Illiterate Population | 499 | 217 | 282 |
Nearby Villages of Piprahia
Piprahia is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Marera | North-West | 1.06 km |
| Gareria | North-East | 1.07 km |
| Bangra | East | 1.10 km |
| Arazi Ekwari | North | 1.17 km |
| Rahtawa | South | 1.20 km |
| Arazi Ekbari | North | 1.26 km |
| Netwar | South-East | 1.31 km |
| Garwar | South-West | 1.83 km |
| Karom | East | 2.12 km |
| Chorbharia | North-West | 2.15 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Piprahia
Public transport in the Piprahia is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Mairwa, while the nearest airport is Gorakhpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 76.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Mairwa to Piprahia is about 9 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Siwan to Piprahia is about 32 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 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 2-5 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Piprahia
Where is Piprahia located?
Piprahia village is located in Darauli Subdivision, Siwan district, Bihar, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Piprahia?
The Gram Panchayat of Piprahia is Belaw.
What is the pincode of Piprahia?
The pincode of Piprahia is 841234.
What is the population of Piprahia?
Piprahia had a total population of 1,189, including 618 males and 571 females.
How many households are there in Piprahia?
Piprahia had 172 households.
What is the literacy rate in Piprahia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Piprahia was 69.35%. Male literacy was 77.56% and female literacy was 60.46%.