Birpur - Raghopur, Vaishali
Birpur is a village situated in the Raghopur subdivision of Vaishali district, Bihar. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Raghopur and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Hajipur. Jahangirpur Tok serves as the Gram Panchayat for Birpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Birpur is 235830. The village covers a total geographical area of 1755 hectares and falls under the 844508 pincode. Hajipur is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Birpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Birpur
As per Census 2011, Birpur village has a total population of 16,218 people, consisting of 8,662 males and 7,556 females. The village has 2,661 households and a sex ratio of 872 females per 1,000 males. There are 3,151 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 7,095 literate and 9,123 illiterate residents. Additionally, 3,855 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 53 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Birpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 16,218 | 8,662 | 7,556 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 3,151 | 1,627 | 1,524 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 3,855 | 2,070 | 1,785 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 53 | 30 | 23 |
| Literate Population | 7,095 | 4,407 | 2,688 |
| Illiterate Population | 9,123 | 4,255 | 4,868 |
Nearby Villages of Birpur
Birpur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Dwarkapur | North-West | 2.36 km |
| Rupas Mahagi | South | 2.93 km |
| Chak Chand | North-West | 2.94 km |
| Maheshpur | North | 3.23 km |
| Patlapur | North-East | 3.24 km |
| Sari Balwa | North-East | 3.55 km |
| Molrajpur Diara | South | 3.96 km |
| Chak Narayan | North-West | 4.01 km |
| Kala Diara | South-West | 4.11 km |
| Ismailpur | North-West | 4.28 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Birpur
Public transport in the Birpur is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Karauta, while the nearest airport is Muzaffarpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 57.1 km.
| 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 Birpur is about 40 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 Birpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Birpur 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 Birpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Birpur 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 Birpur
Where is Birpur located?
Birpur village is located in Raghopur Subdivision, Vaishali district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Birpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Birpur is Jahangirpur Tok.
What is the pincode of Birpur?
The pincode of Birpur is 844508.
What is the population of Birpur?
Birpur has a total population of 16,218, including 8,662 males and 7,556 females.
How many households are there in Birpur?
There are 2,661 households in Birpur.
What is the literacy rate in Birpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Birpur is 43.75%. Male literacy is 50.88% and female literacy is 35.57%.