Harpur - 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 Mukhiya 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
According to the 2011 Census, Harpur village had a total population of 2,290 people, including 1,229 males and 1,061 females, living in 496 households. The sex ratio was 863 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 58.23%, with male literacy at 68.52% and female literacy at 46.58%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 374.
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 | 2,290 | 1,229 | 1,061 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 358 | 203 | 155 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 374 | 218 | 156 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 2,290, including 1,229 males and 1,061 females.
How many households are there in Harpur?
Harpur had 496 households.
What is the literacy rate in Harpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Harpur was 58.23%. Male literacy was 68.52% and female literacy was 46.58%.