Piprahwa - Nanpara, Bahraich
Piprahwa is a village situated in the Nanpara tehsil of Bahraich district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Nanpara and around 44 km from the district headquarters in Bahraich. Piprahwa village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Piprahwa is 171538. The village covers a total geographical area of 109.3 hectares and falls under the 271882 pincode. Nanpara is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Piprahwa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Matera Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bahraich Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Piprahwa
According to the 2011 Census, Piprahwa village had a total population of 1,038 people, including 542 males and 496 females, living in 189 households. The sex ratio was 915 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 41.73%, with male literacy at 53.13% and female literacy at 28.76%.
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 | 1,038 | 542 | 496 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 228 | 111 | 117 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 338 | 229 | 109 |
| Illiterate Population | 700 | 313 | 387 |
Nearby Villages of Piprahwa
Piprahwa 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Mansor Nagar Saie Gaon | East | 1.49 km |
| Masupur | South | 1.52 km |
| Lal Bojhi | West | 1.70 km |
| Lakhahiya Kalan | North-West | 1.84 km |
| Barehara | South | 2.07 km |
| Pure Ramdin | South-East | 2.42 km |
| Sheo Nagra | North-East | 2.57 km |
| Jamunaha Naubasta | East | 3.05 km |
| Siswara | West | 3.09 km |
| Huseni Purwa | South-West | 3.19 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Piprahwa
Piprahwa is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Nanpara Junction, while the nearest airport is Chaudhary Charan Singh International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 117.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Nanpara to Piprahwa is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bahraich to Piprahwa is about 44 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Piprahwa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Piprahwa 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 Piprahwa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Piprahwa 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 Piprahwa
Where is Piprahwa located?
Piprahwa village is located in Nanpara Tehsil, Bahraich district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Piprahwa?
Piprahwa is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Piprahwa?
The pincode of Piprahwa is 271882.
What is the population of Piprahwa?
Piprahwa had a total population of 1,038, including 542 males and 496 females.
How many households are there in Piprahwa?
Piprahwa had 189 households.
What is the literacy rate in Piprahwa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Piprahwa was 41.73%. Male literacy was 53.13% and female literacy was 28.76%.