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 Mukhiya 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
According to the 2011 Census, Haripur village had a total population of 2,859 people, including 1,494 males and 1,365 females, living in 477 households. The sex ratio was 914 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.12%, with male literacy at 86.31% and female literacy at 58.32%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 578, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 3.
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 | 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 had a total population of 2,859, including 1,494 males and 1,365 females.
How many households are there in Haripur?
Haripur had 477 households.
What is the literacy rate in Haripur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Haripur was 73.12%. Male literacy was 86.31% and female literacy was 58.32%.