Harpur - Rajpur, Buxar
Harpur is a village situated in the Rajpur subdivision of Buxar district, Bihar. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Rajpur and around 29 km from the district headquarters in Buxar. Harpur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Harpur is 248524. The village covers a total geographical area of 418 hectares and falls under the 802122 pincode. Buxar is the nearest town, located about 29 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 2,799 people, consisting of 1,431 males and 1,368 females. The village has 417 households and a sex ratio of 955 females per 1,000 males. There are 516 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,478 literate and 1,321 illiterate residents. Additionally, 491 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Harpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,799 | 1,431 | 1,368 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 516 | 248 | 268 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 491 | 254 | 237 |
| Literate Population | 1,478 | 894 | 584 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,321 | 537 | 784 |
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
Public transport in the Harpur is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Buxar to Harpur is about 29 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 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 | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 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 >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Harpur
Where is Harpur located?
Harpur village is located in Rajpur Subdivision, Buxar district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Harpur?
Harpur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Harpur?
The pincode of Harpur is 802122.
What is the population of Harpur?
Harpur has a total population of 2,799, including 1,431 males and 1,368 females.
How many households are there in Harpur?
There are 417 households in Harpur.
What is the literacy rate in Harpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Harpur is 52.80%. Male literacy is 62.47% and female literacy is 42.69%.