Harpur - Kurtha, Arwal
Harpur is a village situated in the Kurtha subdivision of Arwal district, Bihar. It is located approximately 2 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kurtha and around 31 km from the district headquarters in Arwal. Nadaura Panchayat serves as the Gram Panchayat for Harpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Harpur is 260887. The village covers a total geographical area of 56 hectares and falls under the 804421 pincode. Arwal is the nearest town, located about 31 km away.
Harpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Harpur
According to the 2011 Census, Harpur village had a total population of 495 people, including 251 males and 244 females, living in 92 households. The sex ratio was 972 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 49.87%, with male literacy at 63.30% and female literacy at 36.65%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 320.
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 | 495 | 251 | 244 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 116 | 63 | 53 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 320 | 161 | 159 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 189 | 119 | 70 |
| Illiterate Population | 306 | 132 | 174 |
Nearby Villages of Harpur
Harpur 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 Harpur
Harpur is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Harpur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Arwal to Harpur is about 31 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Harpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Harpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Harpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Harpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Harpur
Where is Harpur located?
Harpur village is located in Kurtha Subdivision, Arwal district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Harpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Harpur is Nadaura Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Harpur?
The pincode of Harpur is 804421.
What is the population of Harpur?
Harpur had a total population of 495, including 251 males and 244 females.
How many households are there in Harpur?
Harpur had 92 households.
What is the literacy rate in Harpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Harpur was 49.87%. Male literacy was 63.30% and female literacy was 36.65%.