Paharpur - Dharhara, Munger
Paharpur is a village situated in the Dharhara subdivision of Munger district, Bihar. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dharhara and around 15 km from the district headquarters in Munger. Matadih serves as the Gram Panchayat for Paharpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Paharpur is 242758. The village covers a total geographical area of 31 hectares and falls under the 811212 pincode. Jamalpur is the nearest town, located about 4 km away.
Paharpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Paharpur
As per Census 2011, Paharpur village has a total population of 1,733 people, consisting of 889 males and 844 females. The village has 334 households and a sex ratio of 949 females per 1,000 males. There are 330 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,074 literate and 659 illiterate residents. Additionally, 254 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 3 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Paharpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,733 | 889 | 844 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 330 | 168 | 162 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 254 | 135 | 119 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 1,074 | 624 | 450 |
| Illiterate Population | 659 | 265 | 394 |
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
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Paharpur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jamalpur to Paharpur is about 4 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Munger to Paharpur is about 15 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. 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 | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
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) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Paharpur
Where is Paharpur located?
Paharpur village is located in Dharhara Subdivision, Munger district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Paharpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Paharpur is Matadih.
What is the pincode of Paharpur?
The pincode of Paharpur is 811212.
What is the population of Paharpur?
Paharpur has a total population of 1,733, including 889 males and 844 females.
How many households are there in Paharpur?
There are 334 households in Paharpur.
What is the literacy rate in Paharpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Paharpur is 61.97%. Male literacy is 70.19% and female literacy is 53.32%.