Paharpur
About Paharpur
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Paharpur village is 311632. Paharpur village is located in Tapan subdivision of Dakshin Dinajpur district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 18.4km away from sub-district headquarter Tapan. Balurghat is the district headquarter of Paharpur village. As per 2009 stats, Malancha is the gram panchayat of Paharpur village.
The total geographical area of village is 173.96 hectares. Paharpur has a total population of 310 peoples, out of which male population is 153 while female population is 157. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 1026 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of paharpur village is 54.84% out of which 59.48% males and 50.32% females are literate. There are about 86 houses in paharpur village. Pincode of paharpur village locality is 733102.
When it comes to administration, Paharpur village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Paharpur village comes under Tapan Vidhan Sabha constituency & Balurghat Lok Sabha constituency. Balurghat is nearest town to paharpur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 13km away.
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Population of Paharpur
The population details of Paharpur cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 310 | 153 | 157 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 38 | 20 | 18 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 234 | 113 | 121 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 68 | 34 | 34 |
| Literate Population | 170 | 91 | 79 |
| Illiterate Population | 140 | 62 | 78 |
Connectivity of Paharpur
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Paharpur
Where is Paharpur located?
Paharpur village is situated in Tapan Subdivision, within the Dakshin Dinajpur district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Paharpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Paharpur is Malancha (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Paharpur?
The pincode of Paharpur is 733102, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Paharpur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Paharpur is 310, with 153 males and 157 females.
How many households are there in Paharpur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Paharpur village has a total of 86 households.
What is the literacy rate in Paharpur as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Paharpur is 54.84%. The male literacy rate is 59.48%, while the female literacy rate is 50.32%.