Harpur - Majhaulia, Pashchim Champaran
Harpur is a village situated in the Majhaulia subdivision of Pashchim Champaran district, Bihar. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Majhaulia and around 20 km from the district headquarters in Bettiah. Garawa Harpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Harpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Harpur is 217301. The village covers a total geographical area of 1370 hectares and falls under the 845454 pincode. Bettiah is the nearest town, located about 20 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 Chanpatia Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Paschim Champaran Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Harpur
As per Census 2011, Harpur village has a total population of 21,497 people, consisting of 11,260 males and 10,237 females. The village has 3,840 households and a sex ratio of 909 females per 1,000 males. There are 4,358 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 8,048 literate and 13,449 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2,553 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 109 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Harpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
Nearby Villages of Harpur
Harpur is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Barwa | West | 2.05 km |
| Semraghat | North-West | 2.06 km |
| Baghambarpur | West | 2.67 km |
| Phulwariya | North-East | 2.83 km |
| Dhankutwa | West | 3.22 km |
| Sonbarsa | North-West | 3.36 km |
| Raghunathpur | South | 3.97 km |
| Pipra Dube | West | 4.01 km |
| Nautan Khurd | South-West | 4.10 km |
| Parsa Tola Dumri | South-East | 4.30 km |
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 Majhowlia, while the nearest airport is Raxaul Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 15.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 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 Bettiah to Harpur is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. 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 | Yes | Available within village |
| 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) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Harpur
Where is Harpur located?
Harpur village is located in Majhaulia Subdivision, Pashchim Champaran district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Harpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Harpur is Garawa Harpur.
What is the pincode of Harpur?
The pincode of Harpur is 845454.
What is the population of Harpur?
Harpur has a total population of 21,497, including 11,260 males and 10,237 females.
How many households are there in Harpur?
There are 3,840 households in Harpur.
What is the literacy rate in Harpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Harpur is 37.44%. Male literacy is 43.54% and female literacy is 30.72%.