Paharpur - Bajpur, Udham Singh Nagar
Paharpur is a village situated in the Bajpur tehsil of Udham Singh Nagar district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bajpur and around 68 km from the district headquarters in Rudrapur. Paharpur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Paharpur is 055884. The village covers a total geographical area of 329.95 hectares and falls under the 262401 pincode. Bajpur is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Paharpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bajpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nainital-Udhamsingh Nagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Paharpur
As per Census 2011, Paharpur village has a total population of 1,336 people, consisting of 689 males and 647 females. The village has 263 households and a sex ratio of 939 females per 1,000 males. There are 176 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 752 literate and 584 illiterate residents. Additionally, 125 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 450 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Paharpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,336 | 689 | 647 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 176 | 93 | 83 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 125 | 66 | 59 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 450 | 225 | 225 |
| Literate Population | 752 | 455 | 297 |
| Illiterate Population | 584 | 234 | 350 |
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 5-10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Paharpur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bajpur to Paharpur is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rudrapur to Paharpur is about 68 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 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 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 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 5-10 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 Bajpur Tehsil, Udham Singh Nagar district, Uttarakhand, 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 262401.
What is the population of Paharpur?
Paharpur has a total population of 1,336, including 689 males and 647 females.
How many households are there in Paharpur?
There are 263 households in Paharpur.
What is the literacy rate in Paharpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Paharpur is 56.29%. Male literacy is 66.04% and female literacy is 45.90%.