Paharpur - Tisri, Giridih
Paharpur is a village situated in the Tisri subdivision of Giridih district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tisri and around 76 km from the district headquarters in Giridih. Kharkhari serves as the Gram Panchayat for Paharpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Paharpur is 350541. The village covers a total geographical area of 20 hectares and falls under the 815317 pincode. Giridih is the nearest town.
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 Dhanwar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kodarma Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Paharpur
As per Census 2011, Paharpur village has a total population of 198 people, consisting of 102 males and 96 females. The village has 30 households and a sex ratio of 941 females per 1,000 males. There are 35 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 120 literate and 78 illiterate residents. Additionally, 167 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Paharpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 198 | 102 | 96 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 35 | 19 | 16 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 167 | 84 | 83 |
| Literate Population | 120 | 75 | 45 |
| Illiterate Population | 78 | 27 | 51 |
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 | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Giridih to Paharpur is about 76 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 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 5-10 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 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Paharpur
Where is Paharpur located?
Paharpur village is located in Tisri Subdivision, Giridih district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Paharpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Paharpur is Kharkhari.
What is the pincode of Paharpur?
The pincode of Paharpur is 815317.
What is the population of Paharpur?
Paharpur has a total population of 198, including 102 males and 96 females.
How many households are there in Paharpur?
There are 30 households in Paharpur.
What is the literacy rate in Paharpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Paharpur is 60.61%. Male literacy is 73.53% and female literacy is 46.88%.