Harsinghpur - Alinagar, Darbhanga
Harsinghpur is a village situated in the Alinagar subdivision of Darbhanga district, Bihar. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Alinagar and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Darbhanga. Harsing Pur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Harsinghpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Harsinghpur is 227236. The village covers a total geographical area of 976 hectares and falls under the 847103 pincode. Benipur is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Harsinghpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Harsinghpur
According to the 2011 Census, Harsinghpur village had a total population of 8,099 people, including 4,252 males and 3,847 females, living in 1,633 households. The sex ratio was 905 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 46.21%, with male literacy at 57.42% and female literacy at 33.78%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1,369.
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 | 8,099 | 4,252 | 3,847 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,743 | 910 | 833 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,369 | 723 | 646 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 2,937 | 1,919 | 1,018 |
| Illiterate Population | 5,162 | 2,333 | 2,829 |
Nearby Villages of Harsinghpur
Harsinghpur 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 Harsinghpur
Harsinghpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Benipur to Harsinghpur is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Darbhanga to Harsinghpur is about 40 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Harsinghpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Harsinghpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Harsinghpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Harsinghpur 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 Harsinghpur
Where is Harsinghpur located?
Harsinghpur village is located in Alinagar Subdivision, Darbhanga district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Harsinghpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Harsinghpur is Harsing Pur.
What is the pincode of Harsinghpur?
The pincode of Harsinghpur is 847103.
What is the population of Harsinghpur?
Harsinghpur had a total population of 8,099, including 4,252 males and 3,847 females.
How many households are there in Harsinghpur?
Harsinghpur had 1,633 households.
What is the literacy rate in Harsinghpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Harsinghpur was 46.21%. Male literacy was 57.42% and female literacy was 33.78%.