Paharpura - Haspura, Aurangabad
Paharpura is a village situated in the Haspura subdivision of Aurangabad district, Bihar. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Haspura and around 51 km from the district headquarters in Aurangabad. Amjhar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Paharpura village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Paharpura is 252760. The village covers a total geographical area of 159 hectares and falls under the 824120 pincode. Daudnagar is the nearest town, located about 21 km away.
Paharpura village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Goh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Karakat Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Paharpura
As per Census 2011, Paharpura village has a total population of 2,229 people, consisting of 1,174 males and 1,055 females. The village has 380 households and a sex ratio of 898 females per 1,000 males. There are 380 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,252 literate and 977 illiterate residents. Additionally, 653 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Paharpura are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,229 | 1,174 | 1,055 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 380 | 199 | 181 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 653 | 351 | 302 |
| Literate Population | 1,252 | 782 | 470 |
| Illiterate Population | 977 | 392 | 585 |
Nearby Villages of Paharpura
Paharpura 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Makbulpurkhas | West | 1.05 km |
| Amjhar | South | 1.51 km |
| Jalpura | West | 1.57 km |
| Gahna | North-West | 1.60 km |
| Kishunpur | North-East | 1.74 km |
| Saidpur | South-East | 1.78 km |
| Piru | North | 2.25 km |
| Birahra | East | 2.40 km |
| Hanspura (ct) | South | 2.57 km |
| Berewa | North-East | 2.66 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Paharpura
Paharpura is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Jakhim, while the nearest airport is Muzaffarpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 113.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Daudnagar to Paharpura is about 21 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Aurangabad to Paharpura is about 51 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Paharpura
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Paharpura village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Paharpura
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Paharpura 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Paharpura
Where is Paharpura located?
Paharpura village is located in Haspura Subdivision, Aurangabad district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Paharpura?
The Gram Panchayat of Paharpura is Amjhar.
What is the pincode of Paharpura?
The pincode of Paharpura is 824120.
What is the population of Paharpura?
Paharpura has a total population of 2,229, including 1,174 males and 1,055 females.
How many households are there in Paharpura?
There are 380 households in Paharpura.
What is the literacy rate in Paharpura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Paharpura is 56.17%. Male literacy is 66.61% and female literacy is 44.55%.