Piyarpur - Pindra, Varanasi
Piyarpur is a village situated in the Pindra tehsil of Varanasi district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 26 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pindra and around 404 km from the district headquarters in Varanasi. Gajapur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Piyarpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Piyarpur is 208565. The village covers a total geographical area of 78.79 hectares and falls under the 221002 pincode. Varanasi is the nearest town.
Piyarpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pindra Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Machhlishahr Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Piyarpur
As per Census 2011, Piyarpur village has a total population of 302 people, consisting of 142 males and 160 females. The village has 50 households and a sex ratio of 1,126 females per 1,000 males. There are 42 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 194 literate and 108 illiterate residents. Additionally, 34 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 27 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Piyarpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 302 | 142 | 160 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 42 | 24 | 18 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 34 | 13 | 21 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 27 | 14 | 13 |
| Literate Population | 194 | 105 | 89 |
| Illiterate Population | 108 | 37 | 71 |
Nearby Villages of Piyarpur
Piyarpur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Gajapur | East | 0.54 km |
| Isarwarpur | North-East | 1.00 km |
| Shekhanipur | East | 1.21 km |
| Patere | South | 1.22 km |
| Kuru | West | 1.28 km |
| Kodai | North-West | 1.28 km |
| Balrampur | East | 1.53 km |
| Bajardeeh | South-West | 1.98 km |
| Bauliya | East | 1.98 km |
| Odarha | South | 2.04 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Piyarpur
Piyarpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Kapseti, while the nearest airport is Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 11.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 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 Varanasi to Piyarpur is about 404 km, with the usual travel time around ~11.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Piyarpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Piyarpur 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 Piyarpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Piyarpur 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 Piyarpur
Where is Piyarpur located?
Piyarpur village is located in Pindra Tehsil, Varanasi district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Piyarpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Piyarpur is Gajapur.
What is the pincode of Piyarpur?
The pincode of Piyarpur is 221002.
What is the population of Piyarpur?
Piyarpur has a total population of 302, including 142 males and 160 females.
How many households are there in Piyarpur?
There are 50 households in Piyarpur.
What is the literacy rate in Piyarpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Piyarpur is 64.24%. Male literacy is 73.94% and female literacy is 55.63%.