Afiapara - Maheshpur, Pakur
Afiapara is a village situated in the Maheshpur subdivision of Pakur district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Maheshpur and around 18 km from the district headquarters in Pakur. Damdama serves as the Gram Panchayat for Afiapara village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Afiapara is 360788. The village covers a total geographical area of 120.71 hectares and falls under the 816106 pincode. Pakur is the nearest town.
Afiapara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Afiapara
According to the 2011 Census, Afiapara village had a total population of 632 people, including 303 males and 329 females, living in 136 households. The sex ratio was 1,086 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 47.97%, with male literacy at 49.21% and female literacy at 46.79%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 15.
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 | 632 | 303 | 329 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 115 | 51 | 64 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 15 | 7 | 8 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 248 | 124 | 124 |
| Illiterate Population | 384 | 179 | 205 |
Nearby Villages of Afiapara
Afiapara 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 Afiapara
Afiapara is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Afiapara.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Pakur to Afiapara is about 18 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Afiapara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Afiapara 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Afiapara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Afiapara 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 Afiapara
Where is Afiapara located?
Afiapara village is located in Maheshpur Subdivision, Pakur district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Afiapara?
The Gram Panchayat of Afiapara is Damdama.
What is the pincode of Afiapara?
The pincode of Afiapara is 816106.
What is the population of Afiapara?
Afiapara had a total population of 632, including 303 males and 329 females.
How many households are there in Afiapara?
Afiapara had 136 households.
What is the literacy rate in Afiapara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Afiapara was 47.97%. Male literacy was 49.21% and female literacy was 46.79%.