Harpur

Harpur is a village located in Singhwara subdivision of Darbhanga district in Bihar, India. It is situated 9km away from sub-district headquarter Singhwara (tehsildar office) and 25km away from district headquarter Darbhanga. As per 2009 stats, Harpur village is also a gram panchayat.

Harpur has its own place in the vibrant Darbhanga 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 226843. The village spans a total geographical area of 174 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 847107. Darbhanga is nearest town to Harpur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 25km 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 2,290 1,229 1,061
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 358 203 155
Scheduled Castes (SC) 374 218 156
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 1,125 703 422
Illiterate Population 1,165 526 639

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

  • The total population of Harpur village is around 2,290, including approximately 1,229 males and 1,061 females, with a sex ratio of 863 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 358 children aged 0–6 years in Harpur village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Harpur village has 374 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Harpur village is about 49.13%, with male literacy at 57.20% and female literacy at 39.77%.
  • There are around 496 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 5 - 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.

Gobindpur Harakh Birdipur Basauli Arai Balaha Sabaul Barhaulia Rasulpur Inamat Sarwara

Frequently Asked Questions about Harpur

Where is Harpur located?
Harpur village is situated in Singhwara Subdivision, within the Darbhanga district of Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Harpur?
Harpur serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Harpur?
The pincode of Harpur is 847107, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Harpur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Harpur is 2,290, with 1,229 males and 1,061 females.
How many households are there in Harpur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Harpur village has a total of 496 households.
What is the literacy rate in Harpur as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Harpur is 49.13%. The male literacy rate is 57.20%, while the female literacy rate is 39.77%.