Paharpur

Paharpur is a village located in Dandkhora subdivision of Katihar district in Bihar, India. It is situated 4km away from sub-district headquarter Dandkhora (tehsildar office) and 12km away from district headquarter Katihar. As per 2009 stats, Maheshpur is the gram panchayat of Paharpur village.

Paharpur has its own place in the vibrant Katihar region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Paharpur

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Paharpur is 225458. The village spans a total geographical area of 280.45 hectares. Katihar is nearest town to Paharpur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 12km away.

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Population of Paharpur

Below is a concise population overview of Paharpur as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,631 861 770
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 292 149 143
Scheduled Castes (SC) 130 68 62
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 89 47 42
Literate Population 892 556 336
Illiterate Population 739 305 434

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Paharpur village:

  • The total population of Paharpur village is around 1,631, including approximately 861 males and 770 females, with a sex ratio of 894 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 292 children aged 0–6 years in Paharpur village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Paharpur village has 130 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 89 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Paharpur village is about 54.69%, with male literacy at 64.58% and female literacy at 43.64%.
  • There are around 342 households in Paharpur village.

Connectivity of Paharpur

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Paharpur. As per the 2011 stats, Paharpur had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Private Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Railway Station Available within village

Nearby Villages of Paharpur

Knowing the nearby villages of Paharpur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Paharpur.

Deokhand Tikaili Rampura Bilaripari Jabra Dand Khora Mohnipipra Dumaria Mahdaili Pararia Kalan Pararia Khurd

Frequently Asked Questions about Paharpur

Where is Paharpur located?
Paharpur village is situated in Dandkhora Subdivision, within the Katihar district of Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Paharpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Paharpur is Maheshpur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Paharpur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Paharpur is 1,631, with 861 males and 770 females.
How many households are there in Paharpur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Paharpur village has a total of 342 households.
What is the literacy rate in Paharpur as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Paharpur is 54.69%. The male literacy rate is 64.58%, while the female literacy rate is 43.64%.