How many villages are in Purnahiya Block?
Purnahiya Block has 26 Census 2011 village records in this directory, including 26 inhabited villages. They are part of Sheohar district in Bihar.
Indian Village Directory
Purnahiya Block Village List
Purnahiya Block in Sheohar district, Bihar has 26 Census 2011 village records, including 26 inhabited villages. The listed villages cover 91,949 people, 21,600 households and 6,409.9 hectares. Reported local context includes 8 Gram Panchayats, village facilities, land-use fields, nearest-town references and individual village profiles. Census datasets record this administrative level as a sub-district, while local usage may call it a tehsil, taluka, mandal, block or tahasil.
Villages26
Inhabited Villages26
Population91,949
Households21,600
Area (ha)6,409.9
CD Blocks1
Key Facts
- Location
- Purnahiya Block is in Sheohar district, Bihar.
- Village Records
- 26 Census 2011 village records
- Inhabited Villages
- 26
- Listed Population
- 91,949
- Households
- 21,600
- Recorded Village Area
- 6,409.9 hectares
- Gram Panchayats
- 8
- Largest by Population
- Bakhar Chandiha (8,938 people)
- Largest by Area
- Adauri (631.1 hectares)
Largest Villages by Population
Bakhar Chandiha is the highest-population village listed in Purnahiya Block, with 8,938 people and 2,054 households. It represents 9.7% of the listed block village population. Open the village profile to compare its Census code, facilities, area and nearest-town details.
| Rank | Village | Population | Local Pop Share | Households | Avg Household Size | Area (ha) | Pop / sq km | Nearest Town | Town Distance km |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Bakhar Chandiha | 8,938 | 9.7% | 2,054 | 4.4 | 520.80 | 1,716.2 | Sitamarhi | 26.0 |
| 2 | Khaira Pahari | 8,068 | 8.8% | 1,908 | 4.2 | 234.40 | 3,442 | Sheohar | 20.0 |
| 3 | Barahi Mohan | 6,785 | 7.4% | 1,536 | 4.4 | 279.30 | 2,429.3 | Sitamarhi | 26.0 |
| 4 | Adauri | 5,764 | 6.3% | 1,470 | 3.9 | 631.10 | 913.3 | Sitamarhi | 28.0 |
| 5 | Basant Jagjiwan | 5,553 | 6% | 1,288 | 4.3 | 361.30 | 1,536.9 | Sitamarhi | 20.0 |
| 6 | Barahi Jagdish | 4,778 | 5.2% | 1,113 | 4.3 | 228.80 | 2,088.3 | Sheohar | 20.0 |
| 7 | Kolhua Thikaha | 4,744 | 5.2% | 1,068 | 4.4 | 290.70 | 1,631.9 | Sitamarhi | 18.0 |
| 8 | Basant Patti | 4,277 | 4.7% | 931 | 4.6 | 331.90 | 1,288.6 | Sitamarhi | 24.0 |
| 9 | Bairia | 4,156 | 4.5% | 1,073 | 3.9 | 346.70 | 1,198.7 | Sitamarhi | 22.0 |
| 10 | Dosti Mahamadpur | 3,872 | 4.2% | 934 | 4.1 | 418 | 926.3 | Sheohar | 20.0 |
Largest Villages by Area
Adauri has the largest recorded village area in Purnahiya Block, at 631.1 hectares. This is 9.8% of the listed local village area. Use area values for broad comparison only; land and revenue work should use official records.
| Rank | Village | Area (ha) | Local Area Share | Population | Pop / sq km | Households | Households / ha | Nearest Town | Town Distance km |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Adauri | 631.10 | 9.8% | 5,764 | 913.3 | 1,470 | 2.33 | Sitamarhi | 28.0 |
| 2 | Bakhar Chandiha | 520.80 | 8.1% | 8,938 | 1,716.2 | 2,054 | 3.94 | Sitamarhi | 26.0 |
| 3 | Dosti Mahamadpur | 418 | 6.5% | 3,872 | 926.3 | 934 | 2.23 | Sheohar | 20.0 |
| 4 | Basant Jagjiwan | 361.30 | 5.6% | 5,553 | 1,536.9 | 1,288 | 3.56 | Sitamarhi | 20.0 |
| 5 | Hathsar | 357.40 | 5.6% | 3,310 | 926.1 | 736 | 2.06 | Sitamarhi | 23.0 |
| 6 | Bairia | 346.70 | 5.4% | 4,156 | 1,198.7 | 1,073 | 3.09 | Sitamarhi | 22.0 |
| 7 | Basant Patti | 331.90 | 5.2% | 4,277 | 1,288.6 | 931 | 2.81 | Sitamarhi | 24.0 |
| 8 | Chiraiya | 323.80 | 5.1% | 3,866 | 1,193.9 | 950 | 2.93 | Sitamarhi | 27.0 |
| 9 | Kolhua Thikaha | 290.70 | 4.5% | 4,744 | 1,631.9 | 1,068 | 3.67 | Sitamarhi | 18.0 |
| 10 | Sonaul Sultan | 282.40 | 4.4% | 1,941 | 687.3 | 466 | 1.65 | Sitamarhi | 18.0 |
Villages in Purnahiya Block
The A-Z table below helps you find the correct village inside Purnahiya Block. Each row brings together the village name, Census code, population, households, area, nearest town and key facility signals where those details are listed.
A Villages
| Village | Village Code | Population | Households | Area (ha) | CD Block | Gram Panchayat | Nearest Town | ATM Access | Primary School | Mobile | Road | Power |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Adauri | 218768 | 5,764 | 1,470 | 631.10 | Purnahiya | Adauri | Sitamarhi | — | Available | Available | Available | Not Available |
| Asogi Chhapra Dhani | 218774 | 3,847 | 862 | 164.10 | Purnahiya | Basant Jagjiwan | Sitamarhi | — | Available | Available | Available | Not Available |
| Asopur | 218790 | 2,072 | 538 | 135.70 | Purnahiya | Bairia | Sheohar | — | Available | Available | Available | Not Available |
B Villages
| Village | Village Code | Population | Households | Area (ha) | CD Block | Gram Panchayat | Nearest Town | ATM Access | Primary School | Mobile | Road | Power |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bairia | 218787 | 4,156 | 1,073 | 346.70 | Purnahiya | Bairia | Sitamarhi | — | Available | Available | Available | Available |
| Bakatpur Chaki | 218788 | 702 | 157 | 50.30 | Purnahiya | Bairia | Sheohar | — | Available | Available | Available | Not Available |
| Bakhar Chandiha | 218773 | 8,938 | 2,054 | 520.80 | Purnahiya | Bakhar Chandiha | Sitamarhi | — | Available | Available | Available | Not Available |
| Barahi Jagdish | 218769 | 4,778 | 1,113 | 228.80 | Purnahiya | Barahi Jagdish | Sheohar | — | Available | Available | Available | Not Available |
| Barahi Mohan | 218770 | 6,785 | 1,536 | 279.30 | Purnahiya | Barahi Jagdish | Sitamarhi | — | Available | Available | Not Available | Not Available |
| Basant Jagjiwan | 218779 | 5,553 | 1,288 | 361.30 | Purnahiya | Basant Jagjiwan | Sitamarhi | — | Available | Available | Available | Not Available |
| Basant Patti | 218780 | 4,277 | 931 | 331.90 | Purnahiya | Basant Patti | Sitamarhi | — | Available | Available | Available | Available |
| Bedaul Adam | 218778 | 2,119 | 514 | 181.70 | Purnahiya | Basant Jagjiwan | Sitamarhi | — | Available | Available | Available | Not Available |
| Bedaul Baz | 218776 | 2,008 | 433 | 215.80 | Purnahiya | Basant Patti | Sitamarhi | — | Available | Available | Available | Not Available |
C Villages
| Village | Village Code | Population | Households | Area (ha) | CD Block | Gram Panchayat | Nearest Town | ATM Access | Primary School | Mobile | Road | Power |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chak Sonaul | 218775 | 790 | 161 | 55.10 | Purnahiya | Basant Jagjiwan | Sitamarhi | — | Available | Available | Available | Not Available |
| Chhapra Jurawan | 218771 | 1,327 | 347 | 39.30 | Purnahiya | Adauri | Sitamarhi | — | Available | Available | Available | Not Available |
| Chiraiya | 218772 | 3,866 | 950 | 323.80 | Purnahiya | Adauri | Sitamarhi | — | Available | Available | Available | Not Available |
D Villages
| Village | Village Code | Population | Households | Area (ha) | CD Block | Gram Panchayat | Nearest Town | ATM Access | Primary School | Mobile | Road | Power |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dosti Mahamadpur | 218793 | 3,872 | 934 | 418 | Purnahiya | Dostia | Sheohar | — | Available | Available | Available | Available |
H Villages
| Village | Village Code | Population | Households | Area (ha) | CD Block | Gram Panchayat | Nearest Town | ATM Access | Primary School | Mobile | Road | Power |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hathsar | 218783 | 3,310 | 736 | 357.40 | Purnahiya | Kolhua Thikaha | Sitamarhi | — | Available | Available | Available | Not Available |
K Villages
| Village | Village Code | Population | Households | Area (ha) | CD Block | Gram Panchayat | Nearest Town | ATM Access | Primary School | Mobile | Road | Power |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kashipur | 218786 | 1,979 | 434 | 179.70 | Purnahiya | Bairia | Sitamarhi | — | Available | Available | Available | Not Available |
| Kataiya | 218791 | 2,132 | 582 | 274.60 | Purnahiya | Dostia | Sheohar | — | Available | Available | Available | Not Available |
| Khaira Pahari | 218792 | 8,068 | 1,908 | 234.40 | Purnahiya | Dostia | Sheohar | — | Available | Available | Not Available | Not Available |
| Kolhua Thikaha | 218784 | 4,744 | 1,068 | 290.70 | Purnahiya | Kolhua Thikaha | Sitamarhi | — | Available | Available | Available | Not Available |
M Villages
| Village | Village Code | Population | Households | Area (ha) | CD Block | Gram Panchayat | Nearest Town | ATM Access | Primary School | Mobile | Road | Power |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Madan Chhapra | 218777 | 912 | 242 | 27.80 | Purnahiya | Basant Jagjiwan | Sitamarhi | — | Available | Available | Available | Not Available |
P Villages
| Village | Village Code | Population | Households | Area (ha) | CD Block | Gram Panchayat | Nearest Town | ATM Access | Primary School | Mobile | Road | Power |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pakri | 218789 | 2,120 | 524 | 100.20 | Purnahiya | Bairia | Sheohar | — | Available | Available | Available | Not Available |
| Purnahia Chandandih | 218781 | 3,016 | 689 | 138.70 | Purnahiya | Basant Patti | Sitamarhi | — | Available | Available | Available | Not Available |
| Pursauni Gope | 218785 | 2,873 | 590 | 240.30 | Purnahiya | Kolhua Thikaha | Sitamarhi | — | Available | Available | Available | Not Available |
S Villages
| Village | Village Code | Population | Households | Area (ha) | CD Block | Gram Panchayat | Nearest Town | ATM Access | Primary School | Mobile | Road | Power |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sonaul Sultan | 218782 | 1,941 | 466 | 282.40 | Purnahiya | Kolhua Thikaha | Sitamarhi | — | Available | Available | Available | Not Available |
Bank ATM, CDM and CRM Services in Purnahiya
Purnahiya Block has 1 bank ATM, Cash Deposit Machine (CDM) and Cash Recycler Machine (CRM) service records from Reserve Bank of India (RBI) data. The records cover 1 banks and 1 PIN codes. Bank of Baroda has the highest number of listed records, with 1 entries (100%). PIN code 843334 has the highest listed count, with 1 records (100%). Verify current service details with the bank before visiting.
Please verify with the bank before visiting any ATM, CDM or CRM location, including the current address, service status and timings.
Records / 100 Villages3.8
ATM Share100%
CDM Share0%
CRM Share0%
Records / Bank1
- ATM/CDM/CRM Records
- 1
- ATMs
- 1
- Banks
- 1
- PINs
- 1
Device Type Summary
| Device Type | Records | Share |
|---|---|---|
| ATM | 1 | 100% |
Top Banks in This Area
| Bank | Records | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Bank of Baroda | 1 | 100% |
Top PIN Codes by Banking Access Records
| PIN Code | Records | Share |
|---|---|---|
| 843334 | 1 | 100% |
PIN-wise ATM/CDM/CRM Summary
| PIN | Records | ATMs | CRMs | CDMs | Banks | PINs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 843334 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | — |
Selected Bank ATM, CDM and CRM Service Records
The selected rows show real bank ATM, CDM and CRM service records for Purnahiya Block, including banks such as Bank of Baroda. The source dataset is Reserve Bank of India (RBI)-sourced bank service data, but the services belong to the listed banks.
| Bank | Type | PIN | District | Local Area | Centre | Address |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bank of Baroda | ATM | 843334 | Sheohar | Purnahiya | Basant Patti | Basantpatti Bank of Baroda Basantpatti, Sheohar, Bihar, 843334 |
Full forms: ATM means Automated Teller Machine, CDM means Cash Deposit Machine, and CRM means Cash Recycler Machine.
ATM, Cash Deposit Machine (CDM) and Cash Recycler Machine (CRM) details are based on Reserve Bank of India (RBI) banking access records and should be verified with the bank before visiting. PIN code, district or sub-district matches do not prove that a facility is inside the village.
Population Summary
Purnahiya Block has 91,949 people in 21,600 households across 26 Census 2011 village records.
Average Population / Village3,536
Average Household Size4.3
Inhabited Village %100%
Population Density / sq km1,434.5
Male Share0%
Female Share0%
SC Share0%
ST Share0%
Total Population91,949
Administrative Coverage
Administrative coverage links Purnahiya villages with local names reported in Census 2011 records. The page includes 1 CD block and 8 Gram Panchayats. Reported Gram Panchayats include Adauri, Bairia and Bakhar Chandiha.
CD Blocks Reported1
Gram Panchayats Reported8
Nearest Town Names Reported2
CD blocks reported: Purnahiya.
Gram Panchayats reported: Adauri, Bairia, Bakhar Chandiha, Barahi Jagdish, Basant Jagjiwan, Basant Patti, Dostia, Kolhua Thikaha.
Village Facility Coverage
Village facility coverage for Purnahiya Block is based on Census 2011 and District Census Handbook (DCHB) amenities fields. Reported signals include primary school in 26 villages (100%), mobile coverage in 26 villages (100%), all-weather road in 24 villages (92%), domestic power supply in 3 villages (12%). These are historical village amenities, not live service guarantees.
Facility Coverage Summary
| Facility | Villages with Facility | Reported Villages | Gap Count | % of All Villages |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Primary School | 26 | 26 | 0 | 100 |
| Mobile Coverage | 26 | 26 | 0 | 100 |
| All-Weather Road | 24 | 26 | 2 | 92.31 |
| PDS Shop | 19 | 26 | 7 | 73.08 |
| Domestic Power Supply | 3 | 26 | 23 | 11.54 |
Median Nearest Town Distance20 km
Villages within 5 km0
Villages over 25 km5
Nearest Town Distance Bands
| Distance Band | Villages | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Within 5 Km | 0 | 0% |
| 5-10 Km | 0 | 0% |
| 10-25 Km | 21 | 81% |
| Over 25 Km | 5 | 19% |
Location and Distance Highlights
Location and distance fields show how Purnahiya villages relate to nearby towns and headquarters. Nearest-town distance is reported for 26 villages, with an average of 21.35 km. The farthest listed nearest-town distance is 28.0 km for Adauri. Use these figures for orientation only.
| Distance Type | Reported Villages | Average km | Maximum km | Village | Place / HQ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nearest Town Distance | 26 | 21.35 | 28 | Adauri | Sitamarhi |
About the Available Data
This data coverage section explains the fields available for Purnahiya Block. The page summarises 26 data fields and 676 reported values from Census 2011 and District Census Handbook (DCHB) public records. Some values may be blank, old or not listed, so important decisions should be checked with official records.
| Data Section | Fields | Reported Values | Available / Positive Values |
|---|---|---|---|
| Census Codes and Administrative Details | 6 | 156 | 104 |
| Location and Distance | 3 | 78 | 52 |
| Population and Social Groups | 3 | 78 | 78 |
| Education Facilities | 8 | 208 | 64 |
| Connectivity, Roads and Transport | 2 | 52 | 50 |
| Financial, Market and Public Services | 1 | 26 | 19 |
| Power Supply | 3 | 78 | 9 |
Official Reference Links
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Data Method and Verification
This page is built as a reference guide, not as an official government record. The village figures come mainly from Census 2011 and District Census Handbook (DCHB) public data. DCHB is published under the Registrar General of India, Government of India.
- Last Reviewed
- 30 May 2026
- Main Source
- Census 2011 village records and District Census Handbook data
- Postal Context
- Use India Post for current address confirmation
- Banking Context
- Use the bank or RBI source record for current service status
Use Vill for village search, Census code lookup, population context and local comparison. For land ownership, revenue records, postal delivery, banking service, emergency travel or legal work, confirm the latest details through the official portal or local office.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is the most populated village in Purnahiya Block?
Bakhar Chandiha is the most populated village listed for Purnahiya Block, with 8,938 people and 2,054 households.
Which village has the largest recorded area in Purnahiya Block?
Adauri has the largest recorded village area in Purnahiya Block, at 631.1 hectares.
How many Gram Panchayats are reported for Purnahiya Block?
The administrative summary reports 8 Gram Panchayats for Purnahiya Block. Reported names include Adauri, Bairia and Bakhar Chandiha.
What village facilities are reported in Purnahiya Block?
The facility section uses Census 2011 and District Census Handbook (DCHB) village amenities fields. High-count signals include primary school in 26 villages, mobile coverage in 26 villages, all-weather road in 24 villages. These are historical records, not live service guarantees.
What bank ATM, CDM and CRM records are available for Purnahiya Block?
Purnahiya Block has 1 bank ATM, CDM and CRM service records from RBI-sourced data. Bank of Baroda has the highest number of listed records, with 1 entries. Verify current service details with the bank.
What can I find in the Purnahiya Block village table?
The table lists villages with Census village code, population, households, area, nearest town and key facility details where available.
Is Purnahiya also a sub-district in Census data?
Yes. In Census data this administrative level is recorded as a sub-district, while local wording may use terms such as tehsil, taluka, taluk, mandal, block or tahasil depending on the state.