Harpur - Gaunaha, Pashchim Champaran
Harpur is a village situated in the Gaunaha subdivision of Pashchim Champaran district, Bihar. It is located approximately 23 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gaunaha and around 42 km from the district headquarters in Bettiah. Gaunaha serves as the Gram Panchayat for Harpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Harpur is 216382. The village covers a total geographical area of 262.7 hectares and falls under the 845455 pincode. Narkatiyaganj is the nearest town, located about 23 km away.
Harpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Harpur
According to the 2011 Census, Harpur village had a total population of 1,203 people, including 620 males and 583 females, living in 264 households. The sex ratio was 940 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 47.65%, with male literacy at 56.79% and female literacy at 37.66%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 112, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 23.
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 | 1,203 | 620 | 583 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 202 | 97 | 105 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 112 | 58 | 54 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 23 | 13 | 10 |
| Literate Population | 477 | 297 | 180 |
| Illiterate Population | 726 | 323 | 403 |
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, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Harpur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Narkatiyaganj to Harpur is about 23 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bettiah to Harpur is about 42 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 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 | No | Available within 5-10 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 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Harpur
Where is Harpur located?
Harpur village is located in Gaunaha Subdivision, Pashchim Champaran district, Bihar, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Harpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Harpur is Gaunaha.
What is the pincode of Harpur?
The pincode of Harpur is 845455.
What is the population of Harpur?
Harpur had a total population of 1,203, including 620 males and 583 females.
How many households are there in Harpur?
Harpur had 264 households.
What is the literacy rate in Harpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Harpur was 47.65%. Male literacy was 56.79% and female literacy was 37.66%.