Paharpur - Dhampur, Bijnor
Paharpur is a village situated in the Dhampur tehsil of Bijnor district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dhampur and around 28 km from the district headquarters in Bijnor. Ahmad Khalikpur Balram serves as the Gram Panchayat for Paharpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Paharpur is 113317. The village covers a total geographical area of 92.04 hectares and falls under the 246733 pincode. Bahraur is the nearest town, located about 3 km away.
Paharpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nehtaur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nagina Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Paharpur
According to the 2011 Census, Paharpur village had a total population of 379 people, including 199 males and 180 females, living in 69 households. The sex ratio was 905 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.33%, with male literacy at 94.58% and female literacy at 58.97%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 79.
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 | 379 | 199 | 180 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 57 | 33 | 24 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 79 | 41 | 38 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 249 | 157 | 92 |
| Illiterate Population | 130 | 42 | 88 |
Nearby Villages of Paharpur
Paharpur 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 Paharpur
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Paharpur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bahraur to Paharpur is about 3 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bijnor to Paharpur is about 28 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 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 >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 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 >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Paharpur
Where is Paharpur located?
Paharpur village is located in Dhampur Tehsil, Bijnor district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Paharpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Paharpur is Ahmad Khalikpur Balram.
What is the pincode of Paharpur?
The pincode of Paharpur is 246733.
What is the population of Paharpur?
Paharpur had a total population of 379, including 199 males and 180 females.
How many households are there in Paharpur?
Paharpur had 69 households.
What is the literacy rate in Paharpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Paharpur was 77.33%. Male literacy was 94.58% and female literacy was 58.97%.