Paharpur - Gola, Gorakhpur
Paharpur is a village situated in the Gola tehsil of Gorakhpur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 17 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gola and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Gorakhpur. Paharpur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Paharpur is 187570. The village covers a total geographical area of 52.13 hectares and falls under the 273408 pincode. Gorakhpur 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.
Population of Paharpur
According to the 2011 Census, Paharpur village had a total population of 1,566 people, including 731 males and 835 females, living in 240 households. The sex ratio was 1,142 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.57%, with male literacy at 83.33% and female literacy at 68.91%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 414.
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 | 1,566 | 731 | 835 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 240 | 119 | 121 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 414 | 205 | 209 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,002 | 510 | 492 |
| Illiterate Population | 564 | 221 | 343 |
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, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Gorakhpur to Paharpur is about 17 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Gorakhpur to Paharpur is about 50 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 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Paharpur
Where is Paharpur located?
Paharpur village is located in Gola Tehsil, Gorakhpur 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 273408.
What is the population of Paharpur?
Paharpur had a total population of 1,566, including 731 males and 835 females.
How many households are there in Paharpur?
Paharpur had 240 households.
What is the literacy rate in Paharpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Paharpur was 75.57%. Male literacy was 83.33% and female literacy was 68.91%.