Piprahinag - Basantpur, Supaul
Piprahinag is a village situated in the Basantpur subdivision of Supaul district, Bihar. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Basantpur and around 78 km from the district headquarters in Supaul. Parmanandpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Piprahinag village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Piprahinag is 221013. The village covers a total geographical area of 119 hectares and falls under the 854340 pincode. Birpur is the nearest town, located about 3 km away.
Piprahinag village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Piprahinag
According to the 2011 Census, Piprahinag village had a total population of 741 people, including 373 males and 368 females, living in 167 households. The sex ratio was 987 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 58.25%, with male literacy at 71.48% and female literacy at 44.29%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 49.
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 | 741 | 373 | 368 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 147 | 68 | 79 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 49 | 24 | 25 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 346 | 218 | 128 |
| Illiterate Population | 395 | 155 | 240 |
Nearby Villages of Piprahinag
Piprahinag 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 Piprahinag
Piprahinag is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Birpur to Piprahinag is about 3 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Supaul to Piprahinag is about 78 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Piprahinag
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Piprahinag village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Piprahinag
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Piprahinag 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Piprahinag
Where is Piprahinag located?
Piprahinag village is located in Basantpur Subdivision, Supaul district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Piprahinag?
The Gram Panchayat of Piprahinag is Parmanandpur.
What is the pincode of Piprahinag?
The pincode of Piprahinag is 854340.
What is the population of Piprahinag?
Piprahinag had a total population of 741, including 373 males and 368 females.
How many households are there in Piprahinag?
Piprahinag had 167 households.
What is the literacy rate in Piprahinag?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Piprahinag was 58.25%. Male literacy was 71.48% and female literacy was 44.29%.