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 Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Paharpur
As per Census 2011, Paharpur village has a total population of 1,566 people, consisting of 731 males and 835 females. The village has 240 households and a sex ratio of 1,142 females per 1,000 males. There are 240 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,002 literate and 564 illiterate residents. Additionally, 414 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Paharpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,566 | 731 | 835 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 240 | 119 | 121 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 414 | 205 | 209 |
| 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 has a total population of 1,566, including 731 males and 835 females.
How many households are there in Paharpur?
There are 240 households in Paharpur.
What is the literacy rate in Paharpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Paharpur is 63.98%. Male literacy is 69.77% and female literacy is 58.92%.