Paharpur
Paharpur is a village located in Bengabad subdivision of Giridih district in Jharkhand, India. It is situated 18km away from sub-district headquarter Bengabad (tehsildar office) and 32km away from district headquarter Giridih. As per 2009 stats, Golgo is the gram panchayat of Paharpur village.
Paharpur has its own place in the vibrant Giridih 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 Paharpur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Paharpur is 351608. The village spans a total geographical area of 360.1 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 815312. Bengabad is nearest town to Paharpur village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Paharpur village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Gandey Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Kodarma Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Paharpur
Population of Paharpur
Below is a concise population overview of Paharpur as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 582 | 309 | 273 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 80 | 49 | 31 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 291 | 154 | 137 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 100 | 54 | 46 |
| Literate Population | 279 | 182 | 97 |
| Illiterate Population | 303 | 127 | 176 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Paharpur village:
- The total population of Paharpur village is around 582, including approximately 309 males and 273 females, with a sex ratio of 883 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 80 children aged 0–6 years in Paharpur village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Paharpur village has 291 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 100 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Paharpur village is about 47.94%, with male literacy at 58.90% and female literacy at 35.53%.
- There are around 95 households in Paharpur village.
Connectivity of Paharpur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Paharpur. As per the 2011 stats, Paharpur 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 Paharpur
Knowing the nearby villages of Paharpur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Paharpur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Paharpur
- Where is Paharpur located?
- Paharpur village is situated in Bengabad Subdivision, within the Giridih district of Jharkhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Paharpur?
- The Gram Panchayat of Paharpur is Golgo (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Paharpur?
- The pincode of Paharpur is 815312, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Paharpur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Paharpur is 582, with 309 males and 273 females.
- How many households are there in Paharpur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Paharpur village has a total of 95 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Paharpur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Paharpur is 47.94%. The male literacy rate is 58.90%, while the female literacy rate is 35.53%.