Harpur

Harpur is a village located in Korha subdivision of Katihar district in Bihar, India. It is situated 10km away from sub-district headquarter Korha (tehsildar office) and 20km away from district headquarter Katihar. As per 2009 stats, Rampur is the gram panchayat of Harpur village.

Harpur has its own place in the vibrant Katihar 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 224378. The village spans a total geographical area of 132.4 hectares. Katihar is nearest town to Harpur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 20km 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 647 305 342
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 148 72 76
Scheduled Castes (SC) 223 106 117
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 385 178 207
Literate Population 167 111 56
Illiterate Population 480 194 286

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

  • The total population of Harpur village is around 647, including approximately 305 males and 342 females, with a sex ratio of 1121 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 148 children aged 0–6 years in Harpur village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Harpur village has 223 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 385 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Harpur village is about 25.81%, with male literacy at 36.39% and female literacy at 16.37%.
  • There are around 137 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 10+ km distance
Railway Station Available within 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.

Sadalpur Kalan Baura Bhatwara Naraenpur Charkhi Rampur Gosain Milik Hariabhir Kajra Bargaon Bishunpur

Frequently Asked Questions about Harpur

Where is Harpur located?
Harpur village is situated in Korha Subdivision, within the Katihar district of Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Harpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Harpur is Rampur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Harpur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Harpur is 647, with 305 males and 342 females.
How many households are there in Harpur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Harpur village has a total of 137 households.
What is the literacy rate in Harpur as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Harpur is 25.81%. The male literacy rate is 36.39%, while the female literacy rate is 16.37%.