Harpur

Harpur is a village located in Sahar subdivision of Bhojpur district in Bihar, India. It is situated 16km away from sub-district headquarter Sahar (tehsildar office) and 59km away from district headquarter Arrah. As per 2009 stats, Andhari is the gram panchayat of Harpur village.

Harpur has its own place in the vibrant Bhojpur 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 247786. The village spans a total geographical area of 32 hectares. Arwal is nearest town to Harpur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 20km 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 714 366 348
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 139 64 75
Scheduled Castes (SC) 289 154 135
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 241 149 92
Illiterate Population 473 217 256

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

  • The total population of Harpur village is around 714, including approximately 366 males and 348 females, with a sex ratio of 950 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 139 children aged 0–6 years in Harpur village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Harpur village has 289 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Harpur village is about 33.75%, with male literacy at 40.71% and female literacy at 26.44%.
  • There are around 110 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 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.

Dharampur Athpa Ojhaulia Andhari Andhari Mahazi Bhopatpur Janaidih Rajpurkalan Rajpur Kalan Manikpur

Frequently Asked Questions about Harpur

Where is Harpur located?
Harpur village is situated in Sahar Subdivision, within the Bhojpur district of Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Harpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Harpur is Andhari (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 714, with 366 males and 348 females.
How many households are there in Harpur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Harpur village has a total of 110 households.
What is the literacy rate in Harpur as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Harpur is 33.75%. The male literacy rate is 40.71%, while the female literacy rate is 26.44%.