Piraila Narharia - Bhanpur, Basti
Piraila Narharia is a village situated in the Bhanpur tehsil of Basti district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bhanpur and around 48 km from the district headquarters in Basti. Piraila Narharia village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Piraila Narharia is 178488. The village covers a total geographical area of 189.78 hectares and falls under the 272195 pincode. Basti is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Piraila Narharia 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 Piraila Narharia
As per Census 2011, Piraila Narharia village has a total population of 2,952 people, consisting of 1,461 males and 1,491 females. The village has 450 households and a sex ratio of 1,020 females per 1,000 males. There are 667 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,368 literate and 1,584 illiterate residents. Additionally, 12 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Piraila Narharia are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,952 | 1,461 | 1,491 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 667 | 353 | 314 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 12 | 4 | 8 |
| Literate Population | 1,368 | 793 | 575 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,584 | 668 | 916 |
Nearby Villages of Piraila Narharia
Piraila Narharia 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Virpur | North-West | 0.91 km |
| Detragwa | North | 0.92 km |
| Chitir Gawan | South-East | 1.12 km |
| Tenduhna | South-West | 1.16 km |
| Chak Haphij | North | 1.23 km |
| Piraala Sultan | North-East | 1.50 km |
| Kakr Ghata | North-West | 1.60 km |
| Habibpur | North-West | 1.65 km |
| Chak Rashma | North | 1.94 km |
| Khara Khut | West | 1.95 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Piraila Narharia
Piraila Narharia is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Babhnan, while the nearest airport is Gorakhpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 77.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Basti to Piraila Narharia is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Basti to Piraila Narharia is about 48 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Piraila Narharia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Piraila Narharia 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Piraila Narharia
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 Narharia 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Piraila Narharia
Where is Piraila Narharia located?
Piraila Narharia village is located in Bhanpur Tehsil, Basti district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Piraila Narharia?
Piraila Narharia is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Piraila Narharia?
The pincode of Piraila Narharia is 272195.
What is the population of Piraila Narharia?
Piraila Narharia has a total population of 2,952, including 1,461 males and 1,491 females.
How many households are there in Piraila Narharia?
There are 450 households in Piraila Narharia.
What is the literacy rate in Piraila Narharia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Piraila Narharia is 46.34%. Male literacy is 54.28% and female literacy is 38.56%.