Harpur - Ramnagar, Pashchim Champaran
Harpur is a village situated in the Ramnagar subdivision of Pashchim Champaran district, Bihar. It is located approximately 60 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ramnagar and around 75 km from the district headquarters in Bettiah. Sohsa serves as the Gram Panchayat for Harpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Harpur is 216247. The village covers a total geographical area of 242.27 hectares and falls under the 845106 pincode. Ramnagar is the nearest town, located about 15 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 986 people, consisting of 526 males and 460 females. The village has 181 households and a sex ratio of 874 females per 1,000 males. There are 192 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 496 literate and 490 illiterate residents. Additionally, 255 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 205 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Harpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 986 | 526 | 460 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 192 | 101 | 91 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 255 | 130 | 125 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 205 | 118 | 87 |
| Literate Population | 496 | 316 | 180 |
| Illiterate Population | 490 | 210 | 280 |
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 >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Ramnagar to Harpur is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bettiah to Harpur is about 75 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 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 >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 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 Ramnagar Subdivision, Pashchim Champaran district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Harpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Harpur is Sohsa.
What is the pincode of Harpur?
The pincode of Harpur is 845106.
What is the population of Harpur?
Harpur has a total population of 986, including 526 males and 460 females.
How many households are there in Harpur?
There are 181 households in Harpur.
What is the literacy rate in Harpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Harpur is 50.30%. Male literacy is 60.08% and female literacy is 39.13%.