Paharpur - Kawakol, Nawada
Paharpur is a village situated in the Kawakol subdivision of Nawada district, Bihar. It is located approximately 2 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kawakol and around 48 km from the district headquarters in Nawada. Paharpur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Paharpur is 257776. The village covers a total geographical area of 2540 hectares and falls under the 805106 pincode. Nawada is the nearest town, located about 48 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 6,310 people, consisting of 3,205 males and 3,105 females. The village has 1,056 households and a sex ratio of 968 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,186 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,304 literate and 4,006 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,280 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 4 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Paharpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,310 | 3,205 | 3,105 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,186 | 585 | 601 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,280 | 654 | 626 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 2,304 | 1,465 | 839 |
| Illiterate Population | 4,006 | 1,740 | 2,266 |
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, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Nawada to Paharpur is about 48 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 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 | 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) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Paharpur
Where is Paharpur located?
Paharpur village is located in Kawakol Subdivision, Nawada district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Paharpur?
Paharpur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Paharpur?
The pincode of Paharpur is 805106.
What is the population of Paharpur?
Paharpur has a total population of 6,310, including 3,205 males and 3,105 females.
How many households are there in Paharpur?
There are 1,056 households in Paharpur.
What is the literacy rate in Paharpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Paharpur is 36.51%. Male literacy is 45.71% and female literacy is 27.02%.