Paharpur - Saraikela, Saraikela Kharsawan
Paharpur is a village situated in the Saraikela subdivision of Saraikela Kharsawan district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 7 km from Seraikela and around 9 km from Seraikela. Pathanmara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Paharpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Paharpur is 379406. The village covers a total geographical area of 367 hectares and falls under the 833219 pincode. Saraikela 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 Saraikella Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Singhbhum Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Paharpur
As per Census 2011, Paharpur village has a total population of 559 people, consisting of 260 males and 299 females. The village has 102 households and a sex ratio of 1,150 females per 1,000 males. There are 103 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 269 literate and 290 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 452 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Paharpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 559 | 260 | 299 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 103 | 52 | 51 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | - | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 452 | 209 | 243 |
| Literate Population | 269 | 162 | 107 |
| Illiterate Population | 290 | 98 | 192 |
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 van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Seraikela to Paharpur is about 9 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 5-10 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 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Paharpur
Where is Paharpur located?
Paharpur village is located in Saraikela Subdivision, Saraikela Kharsawan district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Paharpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Paharpur is Pathanmara.
What is the pincode of Paharpur?
The pincode of Paharpur is 833219.
What is the population of Paharpur?
Paharpur has a total population of 559, including 260 males and 299 females.
How many households are there in Paharpur?
There are 102 households in Paharpur.
What is the literacy rate in Paharpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Paharpur is 48.12%. Male literacy is 62.31% and female literacy is 35.79%.