Pahara - Gop, Puri
Pahara is a village situated in the Gop tehsil of Puri district, Odisha. It is located approximately 38 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gop and around 38 km from the district headquarters in Puri. Payara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Pahara village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pahara is 409381. The village covers a total geographical area of 79 hectares and falls under the 752110 pincode. Nimapada is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Pahara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nimapara Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jagatsinghpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Pahara
According to the 2011 Census, Pahara village had a total population of 360 people, including 184 males and 176 females, living in 95 households. The sex ratio was 957 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 85.99%, with male literacy at 89.63% and female literacy at 82.00%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 148.
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 | 360 | 184 | 176 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 46 | 20 | 26 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 148 | 76 | 72 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 270 | 147 | 123 |
| Illiterate Population | 90 | 37 | 53 |
Nearby Villages of Pahara
Pahara 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 Pahara
Pahara is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Nimapada to Pahara is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Puri to Pahara is about 38 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Pahara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pahara 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Pahara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pahara 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 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Pahara
Where is Pahara located?
Pahara village is located in Gop Tehsil, Puri district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Pahara?
The Gram Panchayat of Pahara is Payara.
What is the pincode of Pahara?
The pincode of Pahara is 752110.
What is the population of Pahara?
Pahara had a total population of 360, including 184 males and 176 females.
How many households are there in Pahara?
Pahara had 95 households.
What is the literacy rate in Pahara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pahara was 85.99%. Male literacy was 89.63% and female literacy was 82.00%.