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
As per Census 2011, Pahara village has a total population of 360 people, consisting of 184 males and 176 females. The village has 95 households and a sex ratio of 956 females per 1,000 males. There are 46 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 270 literate and 90 illiterate residents. Additionally, 148 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Pahara are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 360 | 184 | 176 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 46 | 20 | 26 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 148 | 76 | 72 |
| 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 has a total population of 360, including 184 males and 176 females.
How many households are there in Pahara?
There are 95 households in Pahara.
What is the literacy rate in Pahara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pahara is 75.00%. Male literacy is 79.89% and female literacy is 69.89%.