Pawapur - Suriya, Giridih
Pawapur is a village situated in the Suriya subdivision of Giridih district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 50 km from Giridih. Pawapur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pawapur is 352530. The village covers a total geographical area of 497.88 hectares and falls under the 825320 pincode.
Pawapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bagodar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kodarma Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Pawapur
According to the 2011 Census, Pawapur village had a total population of 1,545 people, including 803 males and 742 females, living in 207 households. The sex ratio was 924 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 71.04%, with male literacy at 88.53% and female literacy at 52.61%.
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 | 1,545 | 803 | 742 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 288 | 158 | 130 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 893 | 571 | 322 |
| Illiterate Population | 652 | 232 | 420 |
Nearby Villages of Pawapur
Pawapur is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Dhobari | South-East | 2.03 km |
| Garea | South-West | 2.17 km |
| Dewradih | South-West | 3.57 km |
| Singdaha | North | 3.79 km |
| Chaudharidih | North | 3.84 km |
| Ambadih | South-East | 3.99 km |
| Pipradih | South | 4.02 km |
| Chichaki | South | 4.06 km |
| Kubadih | North | 4.07 km |
| Dhawaiya | South-West | 4.17 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Pawapur
Pawapur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Garea Bihar, while the nearest airport is Bokaro Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 49.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Banking and Postal Services in Pawapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pawapur 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 Pawapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pawapur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Pawapur
Where is Pawapur located?
Pawapur village is located in Suriya Subdivision, Giridih district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pawapur?
Pawapur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Pawapur?
The pincode of Pawapur is 825320.
What is the population of Pawapur?
Pawapur had a total population of 1,545, including 803 males and 742 females.
How many households are there in Pawapur?
Pawapur had 207 households.
What is the literacy rate in Pawapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pawapur was 71.04%. Male literacy was 88.53% and female literacy was 52.61%.