Piprasi - Padrauna, Kushinagar
Piprasi is a village situated in the Padrauna tehsil of Kushinagar district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Padrauna and around 10 km from the district headquarters in Kushinagar. Piprasi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Piprasi is 188673. The village covers a total geographical area of 205.97 hectares and falls under the 274402 pincode. Kushinagar is the nearest town, located about 14 km away.
Piprasi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kushinagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kushi Nagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Piprasi
As per Census 2011, Piprasi village has a total population of 1,714 people, consisting of 854 males and 860 females. The village has 273 households and a sex ratio of 1,007 females per 1,000 males. There are 304 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 961 literate and 753 illiterate residents. Additionally, 205 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 36 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Piprasi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,714 | 854 | 860 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 304 | 173 | 131 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 205 | 105 | 100 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 36 | 21 | 15 |
| Literate Population | 961 | 551 | 410 |
| Illiterate Population | 753 | 303 | 450 |
Nearby Villages of Piprasi
Piprasi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Barhwalia Khurd | North | 0.91 km |
| Shivpur Dih | South-West | 1.17 km |
| Kalyan Chhapra | South-East | 1.32 km |
| Gangauli | South | 1.50 km |
| Haraiya Buzurg | North-East | 1.50 km |
| Mathia Naraipur | West | 1.79 km |
| Barahaj | North-East | 1.83 km |
| Barhwalia Buzurg | North-West | 1.85 km |
| Mathia Tapsi | West | 1.99 km |
| Indra Senwa | East | 2.14 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Piprasi
Piprasi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Kath Kuiyan, while the nearest airport is Gorakhpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 45.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Kushinagar to Piprasi is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kushinagar to Piprasi is about 10 km, with the usual travel time around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Piprasi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Piprasi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Piprasi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Piprasi 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Piprasi
Where is Piprasi located?
Piprasi village is located in Padrauna Tehsil, Kushinagar district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Piprasi?
Piprasi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Piprasi?
The pincode of Piprasi is 274402.
What is the population of Piprasi?
Piprasi has a total population of 1,714, including 854 males and 860 females.
How many households are there in Piprasi?
There are 273 households in Piprasi.
What is the literacy rate in Piprasi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Piprasi is 56.07%. Male literacy is 64.52% and female literacy is 47.67%.