Paharpur - Amas, Gaya
Paharpur is a village situated in the Amas subdivision of Gaya district, Bihar. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Amas and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Gaya. Rampur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Paharpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Paharpur is 255778. The village covers a total geographical area of 176 hectares and falls under the 824219 pincode. Sherghati is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Paharpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Paharpur
According to the 2011 Census, Paharpur village had a total population of 638 people, including 311 males and 327 females, living in 89 households. The sex ratio was 1,051 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.81%, with male literacy at 81.05% and female literacy at 61.00%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 463, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1.
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 | 638 | 311 | 327 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 131 | 63 | 68 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 463 | 218 | 245 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 359 | 201 | 158 |
| Illiterate Population | 279 | 110 | 169 |
Nearby Villages of Paharpur
Paharpur is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Paharpur
Paharpur is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village.
| 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 Sherghati to Paharpur is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Gaya to Paharpur is about 40 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Paharpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Paharpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Paharpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Paharpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Paharpur
Where is Paharpur located?
Paharpur village is located in Amas Subdivision, Gaya district, Bihar, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Paharpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Paharpur is Rampur.
What is the pincode of Paharpur?
The pincode of Paharpur is 824219.
What is the population of Paharpur?
Paharpur had a total population of 638, including 311 males and 327 females.
How many households are there in Paharpur?
Paharpur had 89 households.
What is the literacy rate in Paharpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Paharpur was 70.81%. Male literacy was 81.05% and female literacy was 61.00%.