Haripur - Koilwar, Bhojpur
Haripur is a village situated in the Koilwar subdivision of Bhojpur district, Bihar. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Koilwar and around 24 km from the district headquarters in Arrah. Chanda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Haripur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Haripur is 246934. The village covers a total geographical area of 121 hectares and falls under the 802160 pincode. Koilwar is the nearest town, located about 3 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 Barhara Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Arrah Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Haripur
As per Census 2011, Haripur village has a total population of 2,859 people, consisting of 1,494 males and 1,365 females. The village has 477 households and a sex ratio of 913 females per 1,000 males. There are 538 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,697 literate and 1,162 illiterate residents. Additionally, 578 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 3 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Haripur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,859 | 1,494 | 1,365 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 538 | 267 | 271 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 578 | 299 | 279 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 1,697 | 1,059 | 638 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,162 | 435 | 727 |
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. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Haripur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Koilwar to Haripur is about 3 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Arrah to Haripur is about 24 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. 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 >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
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) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Haripur
Where is Haripur located?
Haripur village is located in Koilwar Subdivision, Bhojpur district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Haripur?
The Gram Panchayat of Haripur is Chanda.
What is the pincode of Haripur?
The pincode of Haripur is 802160.
What is the population of Haripur?
Haripur has a total population of 2,859, including 1,494 males and 1,365 females.
How many households are there in Haripur?
There are 477 households in Haripur.
What is the literacy rate in Haripur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Haripur is 59.36%. Male literacy is 70.88% and female literacy is 46.74%.