Harpur - Mohiuddinagar, Samastipur
Harpur is a village situated in the Mohiuddinagar subdivision of Samastipur district, Bihar. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mohiuddinagar and around 39 km from the district headquarters in Samastipur. Dubaha serves as the Gram Panchayat for Harpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Harpur is 236865. The village covers a total geographical area of 22 hectares and falls under the 848503 pincode. Samastipur is the nearest town, located about 39 km away.
Harpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Harpur
According to the 2011 Census, Harpur village had a total population of 454 people, including 232 males and 222 females, living in 87 households. The sex ratio was 957 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.95%, with male literacy at 83.58% and female literacy at 57.45%.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 454 | 232 | 222 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 65 | 31 | 34 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 276 | 168 | 108 |
| Illiterate Population | 178 | 64 | 114 |
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 5-10 km of Harpur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Samastipur to Harpur is about 39 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 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 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 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 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Harpur
Where is Harpur located?
Harpur village is located in Mohiuddinagar Subdivision, Samastipur district, Bihar, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Harpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Harpur is Dubaha.
What is the pincode of Harpur?
The pincode of Harpur is 848503.
What is the population of Harpur?
Harpur had a total population of 454, including 232 males and 222 females.
How many households are there in Harpur?
Harpur had 87 households.
What is the literacy rate in Harpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Harpur was 70.95%. Male literacy was 83.58% and female literacy was 57.45%.