Paharpur - Saidpur, Ghazipur
Paharpur is a village situated in the Saidpur tehsil of Ghazipur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Saidpur and around 48 km from the district headquarters in Ghazipur. Hiradhar Pur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Paharpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Paharpur is 204047. The village covers a total geographical area of 37.33 hectares and falls under the 233307 pincode. Ghazipur is the nearest town, located about 17 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 Saidpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ghazipur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Paharpur
According to the 2011 Census, Paharpur village had a total population of 595 people, including 317 males and 278 females, living in 102 households. The sex ratio was 877 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 67.67%, with male literacy at 83.70% and female literacy at 50.39%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 328.
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 | 595 | 317 | 278 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 63 | 41 | 22 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 328 | 169 | 159 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 360 | 231 | 129 |
| Illiterate Population | 235 | 86 | 149 |
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
Paharpur is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. Paharpur has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ghazipur to Paharpur is about 17 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Ghazipur to Paharpur is about 48 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 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 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Paharpur
Where is Paharpur located?
Paharpur village is located in Saidpur Tehsil, Ghazipur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Paharpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Paharpur is Hiradhar Pur.
What is the pincode of Paharpur?
The pincode of Paharpur is 233307.
What is the population of Paharpur?
Paharpur had a total population of 595, including 317 males and 278 females.
How many households are there in Paharpur?
Paharpur had 102 households.
What is the literacy rate in Paharpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Paharpur was 67.67%. Male literacy was 83.70% and female literacy was 50.39%.