Pahara
Pahara is a village located in Rajnagar tehsil of Chhatarpur district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 23km away from district headquarter Rajnagar. Rajnagar is the sub-district headquarter of Pahara village. As per 2009 stats, Pahara village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Pahara unique in its vibrant Rajnagar-Chhatarpur region. You’ll see Pahara’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Pahara
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Pahara is 458092. The village spans a total geographical area of 1083.78 hectares. Chhatarpur is nearest town to Pahara village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 23km away.
When it comes to local governance, Pahara village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Rajnagar Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Khajuraho Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Pahara
Population of Pahara
According to the 2011 Census, Pahara has a total population of about 2,080, with approximately 1,104 males and 976 females. The sex ratio is around 884 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 329 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 921 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 12. The overall literacy rate is approximately 51.15%, with male literacy at about 60.14% and female literacy near 40.98%. There are around 451 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Pahara's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,080 | 1,104 | 976 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 329 | 164 | 165 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 921 | 498 | 423 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 12 | 6 | 6 |
| Literate Population | 1,064 | 664 | 400 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,016 | 440 | 576 |
Connectivity of Pahara
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Pahara. As per the 2011 stats, Pahara had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Pahara
Knowing the nearby villages of Pahara helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Pahara.
Frequently Asked Questions about Pahara
- Where is Pahara located?
- Pahara village is situated in Rajnagar Tehsil, within the Chhatarpur district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Pahara?
- Pahara serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Pahara as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Pahara is 2,080, with 1,104 males and 976 females.
- How many households are there in Pahara as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Pahara village has a total of 451 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Pahara as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Pahara is 51.15%. The male literacy rate is 60.14%, while the female literacy rate is 40.98%.