Haripur - Hasanganj, Katihar
Haripur is a village situated in the Hasanganj subdivision of Katihar district, Bihar. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Hasanganj and around 17 km from the district headquarters in Katihar. Jagarnathpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Haripur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Haripur is 224423. The village covers a total geographical area of 90.2 hectares and falls under the 854317 pincode. Katihar is the nearest town, located about 17 km away.
Haripur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Haripur
As per Census 2011, Haripur village has a total population of 442 people, consisting of 242 males and 200 females. The village has 102 households and a sex ratio of 826 females per 1,000 males. There are 68 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 275 literate and 167 illiterate residents. Additionally, 85 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 7 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Haripur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 442 | 242 | 200 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 68 | 41 | 27 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 85 | 50 | 35 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 7 | 5 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 275 | 159 | 116 |
| Illiterate Population | 167 | 83 | 84 |
Nearby Villages of Haripur
Haripur 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 Haripur
Haripur 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 >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Katihar to Haripur is about 17 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 Haripur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Haripur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Haripur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Haripur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Haripur
Where is Haripur located?
Haripur village is located in Hasanganj Subdivision, Katihar district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Haripur?
The Gram Panchayat of Haripur is Jagarnathpur.
What is the pincode of Haripur?
The pincode of Haripur is 854317.
What is the population of Haripur?
Haripur has a total population of 442, including 242 males and 200 females.
How many households are there in Haripur?
There are 102 households in Haripur.
What is the literacy rate in Haripur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Haripur is 62.22%. Male literacy is 65.70% and female literacy is 58.00%.