Pirai - Mahua, Vaishali
Pirai is a village situated in the Mahua subdivision of Vaishali district, Bihar. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mahua and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Hajipur. Rasulpur Mobarak serves as the Gram Panchayat for Pirai village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pirai is 235317. The village covers a total geographical area of 59 hectares and falls under the 844122 pincode. Hajipur is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Pirai village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Pirai
According to the 2011 Census, Pirai village had a total population of 405 people, including 217 males and 188 females, living in 72 households. The sex ratio was 866 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 78.47%, with male literacy at 89.77% and female literacy at 66.26%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 151.
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 | 405 | 217 | 188 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 66 | 41 | 25 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 151 | 77 | 74 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 266 | 158 | 108 |
| Illiterate Population | 139 | 59 | 80 |
Nearby Villages of Pirai
Pirai 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 Pirai
Public transport in the Pirai is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Hajipur to Pirai is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Pirai
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pirai 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 Pirai
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pirai 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Pirai
Where is Pirai located?
Pirai village is located in Mahua Subdivision, Vaishali district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pirai?
The Gram Panchayat of Pirai is Rasulpur Mobarak.
What is the pincode of Pirai?
The pincode of Pirai is 844122.
What is the population of Pirai?
Pirai had a total population of 405, including 217 males and 188 females.
How many households are there in Pirai?
Pirai had 72 households.
What is the literacy rate in Pirai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pirai was 78.47%. Male literacy was 89.77% and female literacy was 66.26%.