Harpur

Harpur is a village located in Shahkund subdivision of Bhagalpur district in Bihar, India. It is situated 1km away from sub-district headquarter Shahkund (tehsildar office) and 35km away from district headquarter Bhagalpur. As per 2009 stats, Makanpur is the gram panchayat of Harpur village.

Harpur has its own place in the vibrant Bhagalpur 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 Harpur

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Harpur is 239729. The village spans a total geographical area of 449 hectares. Sultanganj is nearest town to Harpur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 12km away.

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Population of Harpur

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 3,209 1,679 1,530
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 525 262 263
Scheduled Castes (SC) 796 417 379
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 1,713 1,022 691
Illiterate Population 1,496 657 839

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

  • The total population of Harpur village is around 3,209, including approximately 1,679 males and 1,530 females, with a sex ratio of 911 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 525 children aged 0–6 years in Harpur village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Harpur village has 796 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Harpur village is about 53.38%, with male literacy at 60.87% and female literacy at 45.16%.
  • There are around 544 households in Harpur village.

Connectivity of Harpur

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

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Railway Station Available within 5 - 10 km distance

Nearby Villages of Harpur

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

Sarha Bethu Asrafpur Bala Chauki Fatehpur Khulli Munjath Rajpur Chaur

Frequently Asked Questions about Harpur

Where is Harpur located?
Harpur village is situated in Shahkund Subdivision, within the Bhagalpur district of Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Harpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Harpur is Makanpur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Harpur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Harpur is 3,209, with 1,679 males and 1,530 females.
How many households are there in Harpur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Harpur village has a total of 544 households.
What is the literacy rate in Harpur as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Harpur is 53.38%. The male literacy rate is 60.87%, while the female literacy rate is 45.16%.