Piprahawa - Bhinga, Shrawasti
Piprahawa is a village situated in the Bhinga tehsil of Shrawasti district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 12 km from Bhinga, which serves as both the tehsil and district headquarters. Piparhawa serves as the Gram Panchayat for Piprahawa village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Piprahawa is 172897. The village covers a total geographical area of 298.3 hectares and falls under the 271840 pincode. Bhinga is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Piprahawa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bhinga Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shrawasti Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Piprahawa
According to the 2011 Census, Piprahawa village had a total population of 1,688 people, including 914 males and 774 females, living in 258 households. The sex ratio was 847 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 45.59%, with male literacy at 58.13% and female literacy at 29.88%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 342.
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 | 1,688 | 914 | 774 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 361 | 176 | 185 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 342 | 178 | 164 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 605 | 429 | 176 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,083 | 485 | 598 |
Nearby Villages of Piprahawa
Piprahawa 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bahadurpur | South | 1.46 km |
| Aggapur | East | 1.47 km |
| Bishunapur Ramnagar | North-West | 1.94 km |
| Lalpur Ayodhya | East | 2.16 km |
| Samhar Purawa | North | 2.22 km |
| Luxmanpur Gorpurwa | South | 2.46 km |
| Sangramganj | North-East | 2.70 km |
| Bhikhpur Tarai | South-East | 3.22 km |
| Harrai Tarai | North-East | 3.41 km |
| Ganeshpur | South | 3.50 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Piprahawa
Piprahawa is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within <1 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Jharkhandi, while the nearest airport is Chaudhary Charan Singh International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 124.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhinga to Piprahawa is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Piprahawa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Piprahawa village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Piprahawa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Piprahawa 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 Piprahawa
Where is Piprahawa located?
Piprahawa village is located in Bhinga Tehsil, Shrawasti district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Piprahawa?
The Gram Panchayat of Piprahawa is Piparhawa.
What is the pincode of Piprahawa?
The pincode of Piprahawa is 271840.
What is the population of Piprahawa?
Piprahawa had a total population of 1,688, including 914 males and 774 females.
How many households are there in Piprahawa?
Piprahawa had 258 households.
What is the literacy rate in Piprahawa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Piprahawa was 45.59%. Male literacy was 58.13% and female literacy was 29.88%.