Piaur - Hasanpura, Siwan
Piaur is a village situated in the Hasanpura subdivision of Siwan district, Bihar. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Hasanpura and around 14 km from the district headquarters in Siwan. Piyaur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Piaur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Piaur is 232593. The village covers a total geographical area of 244 hectares and falls under the 841236 pincode. Siwan is the nearest town, located about 14 km away.
Piaur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Raghunathpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Siwan Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Piaur
According to the 2011 Census, Piaur village had a total population of 3,857 people, including 1,981 males and 1,876 females, living in 657 households. The sex ratio was 947 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.79%, with male literacy at 84.27% and female literacy at 62.56%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 303, 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 | 3,857 | 1,981 | 1,876 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 564 | 277 | 287 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 303 | 150 | 153 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 31 | 17 | 14 |
| Literate Population | 2,430 | 1,436 | 994 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,427 | 545 | 882 |
Nearby Villages of Piaur
Piaur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Deipur | North-West | 1.10 km |
| Basantnagar | East | 1.13 km |
| Khajrauni | North | 1.61 km |
| Gay Ghat | South-West | 1.62 km |
| Chak Hazi | North | 1.63 km |
| Dhanauti | South-East | 1.75 km |
| Mahmudpur | West | 1.82 km |
| Jhaua | East | 1.87 km |
| Faridpur | North-West | 2.00 km |
| Mitwar | South-West | 2.61 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Piaur
Piaur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Pachrukhi, while the nearest airport is Muzaffarpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 81.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Siwan to Piaur is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Piaur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Piaur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Piaur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Piaur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Piaur
Where is Piaur located?
Piaur village is located in Hasanpura Subdivision, Siwan district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Piaur?
The Gram Panchayat of Piaur is Piyaur.
What is the pincode of Piaur?
The pincode of Piaur is 841236.
What is the population of Piaur?
Piaur had a total population of 3,857, including 1,981 males and 1,876 females.
How many households are there in Piaur?
Piaur had 657 households.
What is the literacy rate in Piaur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Piaur was 73.79%. Male literacy was 84.27% and female literacy was 62.56%.