Paharpur - Gobindpur, Dhanbad
Paharpur is a village situated in the Gobindpur subdivision of Dhanbad district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 11 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gobindpur and around 20 km from the district headquarters in Dhanbad. Sahraj serves as the Gram Panchayat for Paharpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Paharpur is 361747. The village covers a total geographical area of 44.71 hectares and falls under the 828109 pincode.
Paharpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sindri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dhanbad Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Paharpur
As per Census 2011, Paharpur village has a total population of 83 people, consisting of 43 males and 40 females. The village has 16 households and a sex ratio of 930 females per 1,000 males. There are 12 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 40 literate and 43 illiterate residents. Additionally, 82 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Paharpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 83 | 43 | 40 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 12 | 4 | 8 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 82 | 42 | 40 |
| Literate Population | 40 | 28 | 12 |
| Illiterate Population | 43 | 15 | 28 |
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 1-2 km of the Paharpur.
| 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 Dhanbad to Paharpur is about 20 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 | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 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) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Paharpur
Where is Paharpur located?
Paharpur village is located in Gobindpur Subdivision, Dhanbad district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Paharpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Paharpur is Sahraj.
What is the pincode of Paharpur?
The pincode of Paharpur is 828109.
What is the population of Paharpur?
Paharpur has a total population of 83, including 43 males and 40 females.
How many households are there in Paharpur?
There are 16 households in Paharpur.
What is the literacy rate in Paharpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Paharpur is 48.19%. Male literacy is 65.12% and female literacy is 30.00%.