Harpur Village - Singhwara, Darbhanga
Harpur is a village situated in the Singhwara subdivision of Darbhanga district, Bihar. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Singhwara and around 25 km from the district headquarters in Darbhanga. Harpur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Harpur is 226843. The village covers a total geographical area of 174 hectares and falls under the 847107 pincode. Darbhanga is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Harpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Keoti Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Madhubani Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Harpur
As per Census 2011, Harpur village has a total population of 2,290 people, consisting of 1,229 males and 1,061 females. The village has 496 households and a sex ratio of 863 females per 1,000 males. There are 358 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,125 literate and 1,165 illiterate residents. Additionally, 374 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Harpur are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,290 | 1,229 | 1,061 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 358 | 203 | 155 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 374 | 218 | 156 |
| Literate Population | 1,125 | 703 | 422 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,165 | 526 | 639 |
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, 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 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Darbhanga to Harpur is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. 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 >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Harpur
Where is Harpur located?
Harpur village is located in Singhwara Subdivision, Darbhanga 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 847107.
What is the population of Harpur?
Harpur has a total population of 2,290, including 1,229 males and 1,061 females.
How many households are there in Harpur?
There are 496 households in Harpur.
What is the literacy rate in Harpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Harpur is 49.13%. Male literacy is 57.20% and female literacy is 39.77%.