Haripur - Chenga, Barpeta
Haripur is a village situated in the Chenga subdivision of Barpeta district, Assam. Haripur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Haripur is 282985. The village covers a total geographical area of 216.7 hectares and falls under the 781305 pincode. Barpeta is the nearest town, located about 17 km away.
Haripur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chenga Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dhubri Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Haripur
According to the 2011 Census, Haripur village had a total population of 5,781 people, including 2,985 males and 2,796 females, living in 1,122 households. The sex ratio was 937 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 66.14%, with male literacy at 69.41% and female literacy at 62.65%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,781 | 2,985 | 2,796 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,003 | 520 | 483 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 3,160 | 1,711 | 1,449 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,621 | 1,274 | 1,347 |
Nearby Villages of Haripur
Haripur 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 Haripur
Haripur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Barpeta to Haripur is about 17 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Barpeta to Haripur is about 30 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Haripur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Haripur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Haripur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Haripur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Haripur
Where is Haripur located?
Haripur village is located in Chenga Subdivision, Barpeta district, Assam, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Haripur?
Haripur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Haripur?
The pincode of Haripur is 781305.
What is the population of Haripur?
Haripur had a total population of 5,781, including 2,985 males and 2,796 females.
How many households are there in Haripur?
Haripur had 1,122 households.
What is the literacy rate in Haripur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Haripur was 66.14%. Male literacy was 69.41% and female literacy was 62.65%.