Harpur - Bagaha, Pashchim Champaran
Harpur is a village situated in the Bagaha subdivision of Pashchim Champaran district, Bihar. It is located approximately 26 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bagaha and around 44 km from the district headquarters in Bettiah. Baswariya serves as the Gram Panchayat for Harpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Harpur is 216940. The village covers a total geographical area of 120.6 hectares and falls under the 845101 pincode. Bagha is the nearest town, located about 21 km away.
Harpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Harpur
As per Census 2011, Harpur village has a total population of 482 people, consisting of 253 males and 229 females. The village has 80 households and a sex ratio of 905 females per 1,000 males. There are 89 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 273 literate and 209 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Harpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 482 | 253 | 229 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 89 | 42 | 47 |
| Literate Population | 273 | 179 | 94 |
| Illiterate Population | 209 | 74 | 135 |
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
Public transport in the Harpur is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Harpur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Bagha to Harpur is about 21 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bettiah to Harpur is about 44 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 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 2-5 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 Bagaha Subdivision, Pashchim Champaran district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Harpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Harpur is Baswariya.
What is the pincode of Harpur?
The pincode of Harpur is 845101.
What is the population of Harpur?
Harpur has a total population of 482, including 253 males and 229 females.
How many households are there in Harpur?
There are 80 households in Harpur.
What is the literacy rate in Harpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Harpur is 56.64%. Male literacy is 70.75% and female literacy is 41.05%.