Paharpur - Nala, Jamtara
Paharpur is a village situated in the Nala subdivision of Jamtara district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Nala and around 10 km from the district headquarters in Jamtara. Afjalpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Paharpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Paharpur is 373010. The village covers a total geographical area of 42 hectares and falls under the 815355 pincode.
Paharpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Paharpur
As per Census 2011, Paharpur village has a total population of 545 people, consisting of 284 males and 261 females. The village has 122 households and a sex ratio of 919 females per 1,000 males. There are 80 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 298 literate and 247 illiterate residents. Additionally, 288 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 11 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Paharpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 545 | 284 | 261 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 80 | 44 | 36 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 288 | 150 | 138 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 11 | 3 | 8 |
| Literate Population | 298 | 173 | 125 |
| Illiterate Population | 247 | 111 | 136 |
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, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Jamtara to Paharpur is about 10 km, with the usual travel time around 15-30 minutes. 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 1-2 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Paharpur
Where is Paharpur located?
Paharpur village is located in Nala Subdivision, Jamtara district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Paharpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Paharpur is Afjalpur.
What is the pincode of Paharpur?
The pincode of Paharpur is 815355.
What is the population of Paharpur?
Paharpur has a total population of 545, including 284 males and 261 females.
How many households are there in Paharpur?
There are 122 households in Paharpur.
What is the literacy rate in Paharpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Paharpur is 54.68%. Male literacy is 60.92% and female literacy is 47.89%.