Harpur

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

Harpur has its own place in the vibrant Pashchim Champaran 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 217301. The village spans a total geographical area of 1370 hectares. Bettiah 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 21,497 11,260 10,237
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 4,358 2,217 2,141
Scheduled Castes (SC) 2,553 1,339 1,214
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 109 54 55
Literate Population 8,048 4,903 3,145
Illiterate Population 13,449 6,357 7,092

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

  • The total population of Harpur village is around 21,497, including approximately 11,260 males and 10,237 females, with a sex ratio of 909 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 4,358 children aged 0–6 years in Harpur village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Harpur village has 2,553 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 109 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Harpur village is about 37.44%, with male literacy at 43.54% and female literacy at 30.72%.
  • There are around 3,840 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 10+ km distance
Private Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Railway Station Available within 5 - 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.

Mathia Ojha Dhankutwa Baghambarpur Barwa Semraghat Rampurwa Raghunathpur Semra Birit Mathia Birit Bandobasti Mathia Birit Bekhabra

Frequently Asked Questions about Harpur

Where is Harpur located?
Harpur village is situated in Majhaulia Subdivision, within the Pashchim Champaran district of Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Harpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Harpur is Garawa Harpur (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 21,497, with 11,260 males and 10,237 females.
How many households are there in Harpur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Harpur village has a total of 3,840 households.
What is the literacy rate in Harpur as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Harpur is 37.44%. The male literacy rate is 43.54%, while the female literacy rate is 30.72%.