Piprahi - Barkatha, Hazaribagh
Piprahi is a village situated in the Barkatha subdivision of Hazaribagh district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Barkatha and around 68 km from the district headquarters in Hazaribagh. Chechkapi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Piprahi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Piprahi is 368315. The village covers a total geographical area of 48 hectares and falls under the 825323 pincode.
Piprahi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Piprahi
According to the 2011 Census, Piprahi village had a total population of 251 people, including 119 males and 132 females, living in 43 households. The sex ratio was 1,109 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 55.02%, with male literacy at 66.30% and female literacy at 46.15%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 173.
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 | 251 | 119 | 132 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 42 | 27 | 15 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 173 | 84 | 89 |
| Literate Population | 115 | 61 | 54 |
| Illiterate Population | 136 | 58 | 78 |
Nearby Villages of Piprahi
Piprahi 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 Piprahi
Public transport in the Piprahi is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Hazaribagh to Piprahi is about 68 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Piprahi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Piprahi 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 Piprahi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Piprahi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Piprahi
Where is Piprahi located?
Piprahi village is located in Barkatha Subdivision, Hazaribagh district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Piprahi?
The Gram Panchayat of Piprahi is Chechkapi.
What is the pincode of Piprahi?
The pincode of Piprahi is 825323.
What is the population of Piprahi?
Piprahi had a total population of 251, including 119 males and 132 females.
How many households are there in Piprahi?
Piprahi had 43 households.
What is the literacy rate in Piprahi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Piprahi was 55.02%. Male literacy was 66.30% and female literacy was 46.15%.