Paharajapur - Shahganj, Jaunpur
Paharajapur is a village situated in the Shahganj tehsil of Jaunpur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Shahganj and around 10 km from the district headquarters in Jaunpur. Kasiyapur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Paharajapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Paharajapur is 200395. The village covers a total geographical area of 16.44 hectares and falls under the 223102 pincode. Jaunpur is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Paharajapur 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 Shahganj Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jaunpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Paharajapur
According to the 2011 Census, Paharajapur village had a total population of 366 people, including 194 males and 172 females, living in 60 households. The sex ratio was 887 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 64.26%, with male literacy at 74.70% and female literacy at 51.80%.
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 | 366 | 194 | 172 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 61 | 28 | 33 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 196 | 124 | 72 |
| Illiterate Population | 170 | 70 | 100 |
Nearby Villages of Paharajapur
Paharajapur 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 Paharajapur
Public transport in the Paharajapur is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jaunpur to Paharajapur is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Jaunpur to Paharajapur is about 10 km, with the usual travel time around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Paharajapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Paharajapur 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 Paharajapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Paharajapur 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 Paharajapur
Where is Paharajapur located?
Paharajapur village is located in Shahganj Tehsil, Jaunpur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Paharajapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Paharajapur is Kasiyapur.
What is the pincode of Paharajapur?
The pincode of Paharajapur is 223102.
What is the population of Paharajapur?
Paharajapur had a total population of 366, including 194 males and 172 females.
How many households are there in Paharajapur?
Paharajapur had 60 households.
What is the literacy rate in Paharajapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Paharajapur was 64.26%. Male literacy was 74.70% and female literacy was 51.80%.