Panapur - Goraul, Vaishali
Panapur is a village situated in the Goraul subdivision of Vaishali district, Bihar. It is located approximately 31 km from the tehsil headquarters in Goraul and around 19 km from the district headquarters in Hajipur. Kanhauli Dhanraj serves as the Gram Panchayat for Panapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Panapur is 235025. The village covers a total geographical area of 77 hectares and falls under the 844118 pincode. Hajipur is the nearest town, located about 19 km away.
Panapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Panapur
According to the 2011 Census, Panapur village had a total population of 1,017 people, including 551 males and 466 females, living in 157 households. The sex ratio was 846 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 61.39%, with male literacy at 73.63% and female literacy at 47.19%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 419.
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 | 1,017 | 551 | 466 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 170 | 96 | 74 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 419 | 235 | 184 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 520 | 335 | 185 |
| Illiterate Population | 497 | 216 | 281 |
Nearby Villages of Panapur
Panapur 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 Panapur
Panapur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Hajipur to Panapur is about 19 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 Panapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Panapur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Panapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Panapur 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Panapur
Where is Panapur located?
Panapur village is located in Goraul Subdivision, Vaishali district, Bihar, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Panapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Panapur is Kanhauli Dhanraj.
What is the pincode of Panapur?
The pincode of Panapur is 844118.
What is the population of Panapur?
Panapur had a total population of 1,017, including 551 males and 466 females.
How many households are there in Panapur?
Panapur had 157 households.
What is the literacy rate in Panapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Panapur was 61.39%. Male literacy was 73.63% and female literacy was 47.19%.