Harpur

Harpur is a village located in Chakia subdivision of Purba Champaran district in Bihar, India. It is situated 24km away from sub-district headquarter Chakia(pipra) (tehsildar office) and 12km away from district headquarter Motihari. As per 2009 stats, Harpur village is also a gram panchayat.

Harpur has its own place in the vibrant Purba 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 218420. The village spans a total geographical area of 360.6 hectares. Chakia is nearest town to Harpur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 24km 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 3,373 1,744 1,629
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 707 373 334
Scheduled Castes (SC) 491 264 227
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 2 1 1
Literate Population 1,764 1,083 681
Illiterate Population 1,609 661 948

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

  • The total population of Harpur village is around 3,373, including approximately 1,744 males and 1,629 females, with a sex ratio of 934 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 707 children aged 0–6 years in Harpur village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Harpur village has 491 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 2 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Harpur village is about 52.30%, with male literacy at 62.10% and female literacy at 41.80%.
  • There are around 643 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 5 - 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.

Nauzamin Kunarpur Ramgarh Mahuawa Kundia Mahuawa Bangri Dumri Phulwaria Pasrampur Phulwaria Pakri Pasrampur

Frequently Asked Questions about Harpur

Where is Harpur located?
Harpur village is situated in Chakia Subdivision, within the Purba Champaran district of Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Harpur?
Harpur serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the population of Harpur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Harpur is 3,373, with 1,744 males and 1,629 females.
How many households are there in Harpur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Harpur village has a total of 643 households.
What is the literacy rate in Harpur as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Harpur is 52.30%. The male literacy rate is 62.10%, while the female literacy rate is 41.80%.