Paharpur - Belthara Road, Ballia
Paharpur is a village situated in the Belthara Road tehsil of Ballia district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Belthara Road and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Ballia. Paharpur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Paharpur is 197732. The village covers a total geographical area of 74.09 hectares and falls under the 221715 pincode. Belthara Road is the nearest town, located about 4 km away.
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 Belthara Road Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Salempur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Paharpur
As per Census 2011, Paharpur village has a total population of 853 people, consisting of 428 males and 425 females. The village has 141 households and a sex ratio of 992 females per 1,000 males. There are 119 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 559 literate and 294 illiterate residents. Additionally, 200 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 15 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Paharpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 853 | 428 | 425 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 119 | 63 | 56 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 200 | 102 | 98 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 15 | 7 | 8 |
| Literate Population | 559 | 324 | 235 |
| Illiterate Population | 294 | 104 | 190 |
Nearby Villages of Paharpur
Paharpur is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Anshupur | South-West | 0.52 km |
| Sisand Kala | North-East | 0.75 km |
| Pashu Hari | South | 1.18 km |
| Samsuddinpur | South-East | 1.28 km |
| Bankara Said Bukhara | West | 1.53 km |
| Jamin Sisain | North-East | 1.59 km |
| Noorpur | South-East | 1.84 km |
| Bhadhar | East | 1.89 km |
| Gangaupur | North-East | 1.93 km |
| Maleri | West | 1.95 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Paharpur
Paharpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Gobindpur Dugli, while the nearest airport is Gorakhpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 67.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Belthara Road to Paharpur is about 4 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Ballia to Paharpur is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. 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 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 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 Belthara Road Tehsil, Ballia district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Paharpur?
Paharpur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Paharpur?
The pincode of Paharpur is 221715.
What is the population of Paharpur?
Paharpur has a total population of 853, including 428 males and 425 females.
How many households are there in Paharpur?
There are 141 households in Paharpur.
What is the literacy rate in Paharpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Paharpur is 65.53%. Male literacy is 75.70% and female literacy is 55.29%.