Paharpur

Paharpur is a village 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.

Paharpur has its own place in the vibrant Puruliya region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Paharpur

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Paharpur is 330893. The village spans a total geographical area of 268.72 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 723130. Purulia is nearest town to Paharpur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 35km away.

When it comes to local governance, Paharpur village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Manbazar Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Purulia Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Paharpur

Below is a concise population overview of Paharpur as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 740 377 363
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 60 30 30
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 601 303 298
Literate Population 483 296 187
Illiterate Population 257 81 176

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Paharpur village:

  • The total population of Paharpur village is around 740, including approximately 377 males and 363 females, with a sex ratio of 962 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 60 children aged 0–6 years in Paharpur village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Paharpur village has 601 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Paharpur village is about 65.27%, with male literacy at 78.51% and female literacy at 51.52%.
  • There are around 152 households in Paharpur village.

Connectivity of Paharpur

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Paharpur. As per the 2011 stats, Paharpur had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

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

Nearby Villages of Paharpur

Knowing the nearby villages of Paharpur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Paharpur.

Phuphundi Bhagaband Palgan Matipur Hura Pratappur Pakhuria Pursudadi Nawadi Kundrudi Kaliabasa

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%.