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 Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Haripur
According to the 2011 Census, Haripur village had a total population of 442 people, including 242 males and 200 females, living in 102 households. The sex ratio was 826 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.53%, with male literacy at 79.10% and female literacy at 67.05%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 85, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 7.
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 | 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 had a total population of 442, including 242 males and 200 females.
How many households are there in Haripur?
Haripur had 102 households.
What is the literacy rate in Haripur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Haripur was 73.53%. Male literacy was 79.10% and female literacy was 67.05%.