Harpur - Murliganj, Madhepura
Harpur is a village situated in the Murliganj subdivision of Madhepura district, Bihar. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Murliganj and around 26 km from the district headquarters in Madhepura. Haripur Kala serves as the Gram Panchayat for Harpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Harpur is 226010. The village covers a total geographical area of 996 hectares and falls under the 852122 pincode. Murliganj is the nearest town, located about 10 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 Bihariganj Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Madhepura Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Harpur
As per Census 2011, Harpur village has a total population of 6,948 people, consisting of 3,650 males and 3,298 females. The village has 1,281 households and a sex ratio of 903 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,415 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,926 literate and 4,022 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,139 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,101 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Harpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,948 | 3,650 | 3,298 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,415 | 749 | 666 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,139 | 606 | 533 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,101 | 561 | 540 |
| Literate Population | 2,926 | 1,734 | 1,192 |
| Illiterate Population | 4,022 | 1,916 | 2,106 |
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, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Harpur.
| 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 | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Murliganj to Harpur is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Madhepura to Harpur is about 26 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. 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 | Yes | Available within village |
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 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Harpur
Where is Harpur located?
Harpur village is located in Murliganj Subdivision, Madhepura district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Harpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Harpur is Haripur Kala.
What is the pincode of Harpur?
The pincode of Harpur is 852122.
What is the population of Harpur?
Harpur has a total population of 6,948, including 3,650 males and 3,298 females.
How many households are there in Harpur?
There are 1,281 households in Harpur.
What is the literacy rate in Harpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Harpur is 42.11%. Male literacy is 47.51% and female literacy is 36.14%.