Paharpur - Sundarpahari, Godda
Paharpur is a village situated in the Sundarpahari subdivision of Godda district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 21 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sundarpahari and around 27 km from the district headquarters in Godda. Kushmaha serves as the Gram Panchayat for Paharpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Paharpur is 357632. The village covers a total geographical area of 315 hectares and falls under the 814156 pincode.
Paharpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Paharpur
According to the 2011 Census, Paharpur village had a total population of 566 people, including 290 males and 276 females, living in 124 households. The sex ratio was 952 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 43.93%, with male literacy at 56.38% and female literacy at 31.06%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 532.
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 | 566 | 290 | 276 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 88 | 47 | 41 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 532 | 273 | 259 |
| Literate Population | 210 | 137 | 73 |
| Illiterate Population | 356 | 153 | 203 |
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
Paharpur is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village.
| 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 Godda to Paharpur is about 27 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 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 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Paharpur
Where is Paharpur located?
Paharpur village is located in Sundarpahari Subdivision, Godda district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Paharpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Paharpur is Kushmaha.
What is the pincode of Paharpur?
The pincode of Paharpur is 814156.
What is the population of Paharpur?
Paharpur had a total population of 566, including 290 males and 276 females.
How many households are there in Paharpur?
Paharpur had 124 households.
What is the literacy rate in Paharpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Paharpur was 43.93%. Male literacy was 56.38% and female literacy was 31.06%.