Harpur - Sahar, Bhojpur
Harpur is a village situated in the Sahar subdivision of Bhojpur district, Bihar. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sahar and around 59 km from the district headquarters in Arrah. Andhari serves as the Gram Panchayat for Harpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Harpur is 247786. The village covers a total geographical area of 32 hectares and falls under the 802222 pincode. Arwal is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Harpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Harpur
As per Census 2011, Harpur village has a total population of 714 people, consisting of 366 males and 348 females. The village has 110 households and a sex ratio of 950 females per 1,000 males. There are 139 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 241 literate and 473 illiterate residents. Additionally, 289 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Harpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 714 | 366 | 348 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 139 | 64 | 75 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 289 | 154 | 135 |
| Literate Population | 241 | 149 | 92 |
| Illiterate Population | 473 | 217 | 256 |
Nearby Villages of Harpur
Harpur 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 Harpur
Harpur is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Arwal to Harpur is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Arrah to Harpur is about 59 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Harpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Harpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Harpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Harpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Harpur
Where is Harpur located?
Harpur village is located in Sahar Subdivision, Bhojpur district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Harpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Harpur is Andhari.
What is the pincode of Harpur?
The pincode of Harpur is 802222.
What is the population of Harpur?
Harpur has a total population of 714, including 366 males and 348 females.
How many households are there in Harpur?
There are 110 households in Harpur.
What is the literacy rate in Harpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Harpur is 33.75%. Male literacy is 40.71% and female literacy is 26.44%.