Harpur Ray
Harpur Ray is a village located in Harsidhi subdivision of Purba Champaran district in Bihar, India. It is situated 10km away from sub-district headquarter Harsidhi (tehsildar office) and 20km away from district headquarter Motihari. As per 2009 stats, Harpur Rai is the gram panchayat of Harpur Ray village.
Here you can discover what makes Harpur Ray unique in its vibrant Harsidhi-Purba Champaran region. You’ll see Harpur Ray’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Harpur Ray
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Harpur Ray is 218065. The village spans a total geographical area of 201 hectares. Motihari is nearest town to Harpur Ray village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 20km away.
Google Map of Harpur Ray
Population of Harpur Ray
According to the 2011 Census, Harpur Ray has a total population of about 3,140, with approximately 1,674 males and 1,466 females. The sex ratio is around 875 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 616 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 328 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 54.97%, with male literacy at about 63.68% and female literacy near 45.02%. There are around 504 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Harpur Ray's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,140 | 1,674 | 1,466 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 616 | 311 | 305 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 328 | 179 | 149 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,726 | 1,066 | 660 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,414 | 608 | 806 |
Connectivity of Harpur Ray
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Harpur Ray. As per the 2011 stats, Harpur Ray 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 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Harpur Ray
Knowing the nearby villages of Harpur Ray helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Harpur Ray.
Frequently Asked Questions about Harpur Ray
- Where is Harpur Ray located?
- Harpur Ray village is situated in Harsidhi Subdivision, within the Purba Champaran district of Bihar, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Harpur Ray?
- The Gram Panchayat of Harpur Ray is Harpur Rai (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Harpur Ray as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Harpur Ray is 3,140, with 1,674 males and 1,466 females.
- How many households are there in Harpur Ray as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Harpur Ray village has a total of 504 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Harpur Ray as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Harpur Ray is 54.97%. The male literacy rate is 63.68%, while the female literacy rate is 45.02%.