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 Mukhiya 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
According to the 2011 Census, Harpur village had a total population of 2,153 people, including 1,119 males and 1,034 females, living in 380 households. The sex ratio was 924 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 34.58%, with male literacy at 43.86% and female literacy at 24.21%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 559.
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 | 2,153 | 1,119 | 1,034 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 473 | 232 | 241 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 559 | 292 | 267 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 2,153, including 1,119 males and 1,034 females.
How many households are there in Harpur?
Harpur had 380 households.
What is the literacy rate in Harpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Harpur was 34.58%. Male literacy was 43.86% and female literacy was 24.21%.