Paharpur - Gurbandha, East Singhbum
Paharpur is a village situated in the Gurbandha subdivision of East Singhbum district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 15 km from Gurbandha and around 172 km from Jamshedpur. Angarpara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Paharpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Paharpur is 364231. The village covers a total geographical area of 231 hectares and falls under the 831004 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 Baharagora Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jamshedpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Paharpur
According to the 2011 Census, Paharpur village had a total population of 402 people, including 199 males and 203 females, living in 78 households. The sex ratio was 1,020 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 55.02%, with male literacy at 73.62% and female literacy at 36.75%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 402.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 402 | 199 | 203 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 73 | 36 | 37 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 402 | 199 | 203 |
| Literate Population | 181 | 120 | 61 |
| Illiterate Population | 221 | 79 | 142 |
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 in the Paharpur 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 Jamshedpur to Paharpur is about 172 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.9 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 >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Paharpur
Where is Paharpur located?
Paharpur village is located in Gurbandha Subdivision, East Singhbum district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Paharpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Paharpur is Angarpara.
What is the pincode of Paharpur?
The pincode of Paharpur is 831004.
What is the population of Paharpur?
Paharpur had a total population of 402, including 199 males and 203 females.
How many households are there in Paharpur?
Paharpur had 78 households.
What is the literacy rate in Paharpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Paharpur was 55.02%. Male literacy was 73.62% and female literacy was 36.75%.