Paharpur
About Paharpur
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Paharpur village is 330893. Paharpur village is located in Hura subdivision of Puruliya district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 4.4km away from sub-district headquarter Hura (tehsildar office) and 34.6km away from district headquarter Purulia. As per 2009 stats, Maguria Lalpur is the gram panchayat of Paharpur village.
The total geographical area of village is 268.72 hectares. Paharpur has a total population of 740 peoples, out of which male population is 377 while female population is 363. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 962 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of paharpur village is 65.27% out of which 78.51% males and 51.52% females are literate. There are about 152 houses in paharpur village. Pincode of paharpur village locality is 723130.
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 Manbazar Vidhan Sabha constituency & Purulia Lok Sabha constituency. Purulia is nearest town to paharpur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 35km 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 | 740 | 377 | 363 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 60 | 30 | 30 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 601 | 303 | 298 |
| Literate Population | 483 | 296 | 187 |
| Illiterate Population | 257 | 81 | 176 |
Connectivity of Paharpur
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 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 Hura Subdivision, within the Puruliya district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Paharpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Paharpur is Maguria Lalpur (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 723130, 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 740, with 377 males and 363 females.
How many households are there in Paharpur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Paharpur village has a total of 152 households.
What is the literacy rate in Paharpur as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Paharpur is 65.27%. The male literacy rate is 78.51%, while the female literacy rate is 51.52%.