Harakpura - Garhpura, Begusarai
Harakpura is a village situated in the Garhpura subdivision of Begusarai district, Bihar. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Garhpura and around 38 km from the district headquarters in Begusarai. Korai serves as the Gram Panchayat for Harakpura village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Harakpura is 237486. The village covers a total geographical area of 222 hectares and falls under the 848204 pincode. Begusarai is the nearest town, located about 38 km away.
Harakpura village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Harakpura
According to the 2011 Census, Harakpura village had a total population of 3,216 people, including 1,727 males and 1,489 females, living in 773 households. The sex ratio was 862 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 59.33%, with male literacy at 70.94% and female literacy at 45.64%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 586.
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 | 3,216 | 1,727 | 1,489 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 693 | 361 | 332 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 586 | 314 | 272 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,497 | 969 | 528 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,719 | 758 | 961 |
Nearby Villages of Harakpura
Harakpura is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Silhatna Dom | East | 1.62 km |
| Korai | East | 1.78 km |
| Barmotra Chanwar | North-West | 1.95 km |
| Sujanpur | South-East | 2.20 km |
| Mortar | North-West | 2.20 km |
| Ajni | South-West | 2.30 km |
| Malipur | North-East | 2.37 km |
| Dihi | South-East | 2.59 km |
| Musepur | North-East | 3.15 km |
| Patori | North | 3.16 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Harakpura
Harakpura is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Hasanpur Road, while the nearest airport is Muzaffarpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 79.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 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 Begusarai to Harakpura is about 38 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 Harakpura
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Harakpura village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Harakpura
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Harakpura 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 Harakpura
Where is Harakpura located?
Harakpura village is located in Garhpura Subdivision, Begusarai district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Harakpura?
The Gram Panchayat of Harakpura is Korai.
What is the pincode of Harakpura?
The pincode of Harakpura is 848204.
What is the population of Harakpura?
Harakpura had a total population of 3,216, including 1,727 males and 1,489 females.
How many households are there in Harakpura?
Harakpura had 773 households.
What is the literacy rate in Harakpura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Harakpura was 59.33%. Male literacy was 70.94% and female literacy was 45.64%.