Paharkocha - Garu, Latehar
Paharkocha is a village situated in the Garu subdivision of Latehar district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 29 km from the tehsil headquarters in Garu and around 125 km from the district headquarters in Latehar. Mayapur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Paharkocha village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Paharkocha is 367183. The village covers a total geographical area of 1129 hectares and falls under the 829204 pincode.
Paharkocha village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Manika Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Chatra Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Paharkocha
According to the 2011 Census, Paharkocha village had a total population of 514 people, including 269 males and 245 females, living in 90 households. The sex ratio was 911 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.00%, with male literacy at 87.88% and female literacy at 71.50%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 413.
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 | 514 | 269 | 245 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 69 | 38 | 31 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 413 | 214 | 199 |
| Literate Population | 356 | 203 | 153 |
| Illiterate Population | 158 | 66 | 92 |
Nearby Villages of Paharkocha
Paharkocha 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 Paharkocha
Paharkocha 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 Latehar to Paharkocha is about 125 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Paharkocha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Paharkocha village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Paharkocha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Paharkocha 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Paharkocha
Where is Paharkocha located?
Paharkocha village is located in Garu Subdivision, Latehar district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Paharkocha?
The Gram Panchayat of Paharkocha is Mayapur.
What is the pincode of Paharkocha?
The pincode of Paharkocha is 829204.
What is the population of Paharkocha?
Paharkocha had a total population of 514, including 269 males and 245 females.
How many households are there in Paharkocha?
Paharkocha had 90 households.
What is the literacy rate in Paharkocha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Paharkocha was 80.00%. Male literacy was 87.88% and female literacy was 71.50%.