Piraila - Harraiya, Basti
Piraila is a village situated in the Harraiya tehsil of Basti district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Harraiya and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Basti. Piraila village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Piraila is 179206. The village covers a total geographical area of 37.19 hectares and falls under the 272001 pincode. Gaur is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Piraila village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kaptanganj Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Basti Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Piraila
According to the 2011 Census, Piraila village had a total population of 560 people, including 260 males and 300 females, living in 83 households. The sex ratio was 1,154 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 62.18%, with male literacy at 79.00% and female literacy at 47.86%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 10.
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 | 560 | 260 | 300 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 84 | 41 | 43 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 10 | 3 | 7 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 296 | 173 | 123 |
| Illiterate Population | 264 | 87 | 177 |
Nearby Villages of Piraila
Piraila 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 Piraila
Piraila is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Piraila.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Gaur to Piraila is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Basti to Piraila is about 30 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
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Piraila village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Piraila
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 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 Piraila
Where is Piraila located?
Piraila village is located in Harraiya Tehsil, Basti district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Piraila?
Piraila is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Piraila?
The pincode of Piraila is 272001.
What is the population of Piraila?
Piraila had a total population of 560, including 260 males and 300 females.
How many households are there in Piraila?
Piraila had 83 households.
What is the literacy rate in Piraila?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Piraila was 62.18%. Male literacy was 79.00% and female literacy was 47.86%.