Paharpur

Paharpur is a village located in Dhanwar subdivision of Giridih district in Jharkhand, India. It is situated 5km away from sub-district headquarter Dhanwar (tehsildar office) and 40km away from district headquarter Giridih. As per 2009 stats, Sapamaran 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 351119. The village spans a total geographical area of 223 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 825412. Dhanwar 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 Dhanwar 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

The Map data on this website is provided by Google Maps, a free online map service one can access and view in a web browser.

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.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,665 830 835
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 270 144 126
Scheduled Castes (SC) 834 418 416
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 909 545 364
Illiterate Population 756 285 471

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

  • The total population of Paharpur village is around 1,665, including approximately 830 males and 835 females, with a sex ratio of 1006 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 270 children aged 0–6 years in Paharpur village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Paharpur village has 834 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Paharpur village is about 54.59%, with male literacy at 65.66% and female literacy at 43.59%.
  • There are around 238 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 5 - 10 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within 5 - 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.

Kherwani Beldaradih Naekdih Chandania Barjo Konratanr Bangargi Dulho Gangapur Mangaso Gadi

Frequently Asked Questions about Paharpur

Where is Paharpur located?
Paharpur village is situated in Dhanwar Subdivision, within the Giridih district of Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Paharpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Paharpur is Sapamaran (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 825412, 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 1,665, with 830 males and 835 females.
How many households are there in Paharpur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Paharpur village has a total of 238 households.
What is the literacy rate in Paharpur as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Paharpur is 54.59%. The male literacy rate is 65.66%, while the female literacy rate is 43.59%.