Paupi - Hat Gamharia, West Singhbhum
Paupi is a village situated in the Hat Gamharia subdivision of West Singhbhum district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 47 km from Hat Gamharia and around 47 km from Chaibasa. Kochda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Paupi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Paupi is 378020. The village covers a total geographical area of 296 hectares and falls under the 833214 pincode.
Paupi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chaibasa Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Singhbhum Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Paupi
As per Census 2011, Paupi village has a total population of 529 people, consisting of 246 males and 283 females. The village has 111 households and a sex ratio of 1,150 females per 1,000 males. There are 99 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 224 literate and 305 illiterate residents. Additionally, 322 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Paupi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 529 | 246 | 283 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 99 | 40 | 59 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 322 | 156 | 166 |
| Literate Population | 224 | 149 | 75 |
| Illiterate Population | 305 | 97 | 208 |
Nearby Villages of Paupi
Paupi 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 Paupi
Public transport in the Paupi is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Paupi.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Chaibasa to Paupi is about 47 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Paupi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Paupi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Paupi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Paupi 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 Paupi
Where is Paupi located?
Paupi village is located in Hat Gamharia Subdivision, West Singhbhum district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Paupi?
The Gram Panchayat of Paupi is Kochda.
What is the pincode of Paupi?
The pincode of Paupi is 833214.
What is the population of Paupi?
Paupi has a total population of 529, including 246 males and 283 females.
How many households are there in Paupi?
There are 111 households in Paupi.
What is the literacy rate in Paupi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Paupi is 42.34%. Male literacy is 60.57% and female literacy is 26.50%.