Paharpur
About Paharpur
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Paharpur village is 314153. Paharpur village is located in Lalgola subdivision of Murshidabad district in West Bengal, India. Berhampore and Lalgola are the district & sub-district headquarters of Paharpur village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Bahadurpur is the gram panchayat of Paharpur village.
The total geographical area of village is 502.56 hectares. Paharpur has a total population of 13,368 peoples, out of which male population is 6,816 while female population is 6,552. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 961 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of paharpur village is 52.32% out of which 55.03% males and 49.50% females are literate. There are about 2,855 houses in paharpur village. Pincode of paharpur village locality is 742148.
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 Lalgola Vidhan Sabha constituency & Jangipur Lok Sabha constituency. Lalgola is nearest town to paharpur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 5km 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 | 13,368 | 6,816 | 6,552 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 2,024 | 1,017 | 1,007 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 4,470 | 2,259 | 2,211 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 6,994 | 3,751 | 3,243 |
| Illiterate Population | 6,374 | 3,065 | 3,309 |
Connectivity of Paharpur
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within <5 km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Paharpur
Where is Paharpur located?
Paharpur village is situated in Lalgola Subdivision, within the Murshidabad district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Paharpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Paharpur is Bahadurpur (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 742148, 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 13,368, with 6,816 males and 6,552 females.
How many households are there in Paharpur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Paharpur village has a total of 2,855 households.
What is the literacy rate in Paharpur as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Paharpur is 52.32%. The male literacy rate is 55.03%, while the female literacy rate is 49.50%.