Piparahia - Bhanpur, Basti
Piparahia is a village situated in the Bhanpur tehsil of Basti district, Uttar Pradesh. Piparahia village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Piparahia is 178525. The village covers a total geographical area of 190.03 hectares and falls under the 272190 pincode.
Piparahia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rudhauli Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Basti Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Piparahia
According to the 2011 Census, Piparahia village had a total population of 1,029 people, including 479 males and 550 females, living in 153 households. The sex ratio was 1,148 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 61.78%, with male literacy at 69.57% and female literacy at 55.43%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 300.
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 | 1,029 | 479 | 550 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 210 | 111 | 99 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 300 | 149 | 151 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 506 | 256 | 250 |
| Illiterate Population | 523 | 223 | 300 |
Nearby Villages of Piparahia
Piparahia 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Umar Bharia | West | 1.03 km |
| Halua Hasanpur | South-West | 1.10 km |
| Tusail | North | 1.23 km |
| Patichak | East | 1.44 km |
| Majhari | South | 1.61 km |
| Basti Alawal | West | 1.81 km |
| Sakatpur | East | 1.88 km |
| Kohara | North-East | 1.89 km |
| Sudai Deeha | South-East | 1.95 km |
| Karauta | North-West | 2.09 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Piparahia
Public transport in the Piparahia is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Tinich, while the nearest airport is Gorakhpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 69.2 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 | Available within 2-5 km |
Banking and Postal Services in Piparahia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Piparahia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Piparahia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Piparahia 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 1-2 km |
FAQs about Piparahia
Where is Piparahia located?
Piparahia village is located in Bhanpur Tehsil, Basti district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Piparahia?
Piparahia is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Piparahia?
The pincode of Piparahia is 272190.
What is the population of Piparahia?
Piparahia had a total population of 1,029, including 479 males and 550 females.
How many households are there in Piparahia?
Piparahia had 153 households.
What is the literacy rate in Piparahia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Piparahia was 61.78%. Male literacy was 69.57% and female literacy was 55.43%.