Piraila Mafi - Utraula, Balrampur
Piraila Mafi is a village situated in the Utraula tehsil of Balrampur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Utraula and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Balrampur. Piraila Mafi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Piraila Mafi is 174009. The village covers a total geographical area of 145.37 hectares and falls under the 271604 pincode. Utraula is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Piraila Mafi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Utraula Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Gonda Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Piraila Mafi
As per Census 2011, Piraila Mafi village has a total population of 1,265 people, consisting of 598 males and 667 females. The village has 194 households and a sex ratio of 1,115 females per 1,000 males. There are 280 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 532 literate and 733 illiterate residents. Additionally, 168 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Piraila Mafi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,265 | 598 | 667 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 280 | 154 | 126 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 168 | 85 | 83 |
| Literate Population | 532 | 302 | 230 |
| Illiterate Population | 733 | 296 | 437 |
Nearby Villages of Piraila Mafi
Piraila Mafi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Dumaria | East | 1.21 km |
| Barahaya Bhaisahi | South-West | 1.24 km |
| Poore Pande Jot | North-East | 1.25 km |
| Pidria Khurd | West | 1.67 km |
| Nagawa | South-East | 1.79 km |
| Pidria Bujurg | West | 2.07 km |
| Jigna Ghat | East | 2.12 km |
| Persona Mustkaham | North | 2.20 km |
| Batnar Ahthmali | North-East | 2.35 km |
| Kaitholia Saleempur | South-West | 2.60 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Piraila Mafi
Piraila Mafi is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Laiburwa Halt, while the nearest airport is Gorakhpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 93.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Utraula to Piraila Mafi is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Balrampur to Piraila Mafi is about 40 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Piraila Mafi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Piraila Mafi 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 Piraila Mafi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Piraila Mafi 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Piraila Mafi
Where is Piraila Mafi located?
Piraila Mafi village is located in Utraula Tehsil, Balrampur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Piraila Mafi?
Piraila Mafi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Piraila Mafi?
The pincode of Piraila Mafi is 271604.
What is the population of Piraila Mafi?
Piraila Mafi has a total population of 1,265, including 598 males and 667 females.
How many households are there in Piraila Mafi?
There are 194 households in Piraila Mafi.
What is the literacy rate in Piraila Mafi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Piraila Mafi is 42.06%. Male literacy is 50.50% and female literacy is 34.48%.