Purpahar

Purpahar is a village located in Shikaripara subdivision of Dumka district in Jharkhand, India. It is situated 30km away from sub-district headquarter Shikaripara (tehsildar office) and 36km away from district headquarter Dumka. As per 2009 stats, Bankijore is the gram panchayat of Purpahar village.

Purpahar has its own place in the vibrant Dumka 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 Purpahar

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Purpahar is 370950. The village spans a total geographical area of 186 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 816103. Shikaripara is nearest town to Purpahar village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Purpahar

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 87 41 46
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 25 9 16
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 87 41 46
Literate Population 32 19 13
Illiterate Population 55 22 33

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

  • The total population of Purpahar village is around 87, including approximately 41 males and 46 females, with a sex ratio of 1121 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 25 children aged 0–6 years in Purpahar village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Purpahar village has 87 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Purpahar village is about 36.78%, with male literacy at 46.34% and female literacy at 28.26%.
  • There are around 20 households in Purpahar village.

Connectivity of Purpahar

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Purpahar. As per the 2011 stats, Purpahar 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 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Purpahar

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

Rajupara Jadupara Sitasal Salaipahar Behrapahari Rajpara Rasnala Saraibinda Bindaksol Mastara Gumropahar Talpamar

Frequently Asked Questions about Purpahar

Where is Purpahar located?
Purpahar village is situated in Shikaripara Subdivision, within the Dumka district of Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Purpahar?
The Gram Panchayat of Purpahar is Bankijore (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Purpahar?
The pincode of Purpahar is 816103, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Purpahar as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Purpahar is 87, with 41 males and 46 females.
How many households are there in Purpahar as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Purpahar village has a total of 20 households.
What is the literacy rate in Purpahar as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Purpahar is 36.78%. The male literacy rate is 46.34%, while the female literacy rate is 28.26%.