Harpur - Singhia, Samastipur
Harpur is a village situated in the Singhia subdivision of Samastipur district, Bihar. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Singhia and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Samastipur. Lilhaul serves as the Gram Panchayat for Harpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Harpur is 237207. The village covers a total geographical area of 51 hectares and falls under the 848209 pincode. Rosera is the nearest town, located about 11 km away.
Harpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rosera Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Samastipur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Harpur
As per Census 2011, Harpur village has a total population of 2,153 people, consisting of 1,119 males and 1,034 females. The village has 380 households and a sex ratio of 924 females per 1,000 males. There are 473 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 581 literate and 1,572 illiterate residents. Additionally, 559 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Harpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,153 | 1,119 | 1,034 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 473 | 232 | 241 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 559 | 292 | 267 |
| Literate Population | 581 | 389 | 192 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,572 | 730 | 842 |
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, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rosera to Harpur is about 11 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Samastipur to Harpur is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 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 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
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) | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Singhia Subdivision, Samastipur district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Harpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Harpur is Lilhaul.
What is the pincode of Harpur?
The pincode of Harpur is 848209.
What is the population of Harpur?
Harpur has a total population of 2,153, including 1,119 males and 1,034 females.
How many households are there in Harpur?
There are 380 households in Harpur.
What is the literacy rate in Harpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Harpur is 26.99%. Male literacy is 34.76% and female literacy is 18.57%.