Harpur

Harpur is a village located in Kahara subdivision of Saharsa district in Bihar, India. It is situated 15km away from sub-district headquarter Kahara (tehsildar office) and 15km away from district headquarter Saharsa. As per 2009 stats, Amarpur is the gram panchayat of Harpur village.

Harpur has its own place in the vibrant Saharsa 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 226454. The village spans a total geographical area of 163.9 hectares. Saharsa is nearest town to Harpur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 15km 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 1,201 641 560
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 228 124 104
Scheduled Castes (SC) 45 23 22
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 746 437 309
Illiterate Population 455 204 251

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

  • The total population of Harpur village is around 1,201, including approximately 641 males and 560 females, with a sex ratio of 873 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 228 children aged 0–6 years in Harpur village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Harpur village has 45 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Harpur village is about 62.11%, with male literacy at 68.17% and female literacy at 55.18%.
  • There are around 232 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 village
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.

Amarpur Bishunpur Kharagpur Bhagwanpur Bancholha Khajuri Gamharia Baijnathpur

Frequently Asked Questions about Harpur

Where is Harpur located?
Harpur village is situated in Kahara Subdivision, within the Saharsa district of Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Harpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Harpur is Amarpur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Harpur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Harpur is 1,201, with 641 males and 560 females.
How many households are there in Harpur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Harpur village has a total of 232 households.
What is the literacy rate in Harpur as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Harpur is 62.11%. The male literacy rate is 68.17%, while the female literacy rate is 55.18%.