Haripur - Sikta, Pashchim Champaran
Haripur is a village situated in the Sikta subdivision of Pashchim Champaran district, Bihar. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sikta and around 32 km from the district headquarters in Bettiah. Sikta serves as the Gram Panchayat for Haripur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Haripur is 217257. The village covers a total geographical area of 608.85 hectares and falls under the 845307 pincode. Bettiah is the nearest town, located about 32 km away.
Haripur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Haripur
As per Census 2011, Haripur village has a total population of 12,959 people, consisting of 6,811 males and 6,148 females. The village has 2,438 households and a sex ratio of 902 females per 1,000 males. There are 2,659 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 6,700 literate and 6,259 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,273 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 297 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Haripur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 12,959 | 6,811 | 6,148 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 2,659 | 1,409 | 1,250 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,273 | 673 | 600 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 297 | 161 | 136 |
| Literate Population | 6,700 | 3,977 | 2,723 |
| Illiterate Population | 6,259 | 2,834 | 3,425 |
Nearby Villages of Haripur
Haripur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Parsotimpur | East | 1.48 km |
| Masaha | West | 1.82 km |
| Parsa | West | 2.14 km |
| Surajpur | South | 2.31 km |
| Pasrampur | South-East | 2.35 km |
| Pokharia | East | 2.59 km |
| Khapparsa | North-West | 3.01 km |
| Mathia | South-East | 3.13 km |
| Jaisinghpur | South-West | 3.18 km |
| Kursi Barwa | South-West | 3.34 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Haripur
Haripur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Sikta, while the nearest airport is Raxaul Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 12.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bettiah to Haripur is about 32 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Haripur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Haripur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Haripur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Haripur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Haripur
Where is Haripur located?
Haripur village is located in Sikta Subdivision, Pashchim Champaran district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Haripur?
The Gram Panchayat of Haripur is Sikta.
What is the pincode of Haripur?
The pincode of Haripur is 845307.
What is the population of Haripur?
Haripur has a total population of 12,959, including 6,811 males and 6,148 females.
How many households are there in Haripur?
There are 2,438 households in Haripur.
What is the literacy rate in Haripur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Haripur is 51.70%. Male literacy is 58.39% and female literacy is 44.29%.