Piparpanti - Guthani, Siwan
Piparpanti is a village situated in the Guthani subdivision of Siwan district, Bihar. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Guthani and around 27 km from the district headquarters in Siwan. Padari serves as the Gram Panchayat for Piparpanti village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Piparpanti is 232176. The village covers a total geographical area of 47 hectares and falls under the 841239 pincode. Mairwa is the nearest town, located about 7 km away.
Piparpanti village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Piparpanti
As per Census 2011, Piparpanti village has a total population of 781 people, consisting of 397 males and 384 females. The village has 122 households and a sex ratio of 967 females per 1,000 males. There are 113 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 487 literate and 294 illiterate residents. Additionally, 276 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 38 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Piparpanti are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 781 | 397 | 384 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 113 | 61 | 52 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 276 | 140 | 136 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 38 | 19 | 19 |
| Literate Population | 487 | 289 | 198 |
| Illiterate Population | 294 | 108 | 186 |
Nearby Villages of Piparpanti
Piparpanti 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Malchaur | South | 0.76 km |
| Parari | South-East | 0.77 km |
| Parasia Khurd | North | 0.83 km |
| Nawada | North-East | 0.98 km |
| Tali Buzurg | West | 1.08 km |
| Tali Khurd | North-West | 1.26 km |
| Chaumukha Kalan | South-East | 1.53 km |
| Chup Chupwa | East | 1.57 km |
| Gurdhara | North-West | 1.67 km |
| Dharni Chhapra | North-East | 1.71 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Piparpanti
Piparpanti is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Mairwa, while the nearest airport is Gorakhpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 72.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Mairwa to Piparpanti is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Siwan to Piparpanti is about 27 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 Piparpanti
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Piparpanti 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Piparpanti
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Piparpanti 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 Piparpanti
Where is Piparpanti located?
Piparpanti village is located in Guthani Subdivision, Siwan district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Piparpanti?
The Gram Panchayat of Piparpanti is Padari.
What is the pincode of Piparpanti?
The pincode of Piparpanti is 841239.
What is the population of Piparpanti?
Piparpanti has a total population of 781, including 397 males and 384 females.
How many households are there in Piparpanti?
There are 122 households in Piparpanti.
What is the literacy rate in Piparpanti?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Piparpanti is 62.36%. Male literacy is 72.80% and female literacy is 51.56%.