Harpur

Harpur is a village located in Baniapur subdivision of Saran district in Bihar, India. It is situated 12km away from sub-district headquarter Baniapur (tehsildar office) and 29km away from district headquarter Chhapra. As per 2009 stats, Bedauli is the gram panchayat of Harpur village.

Harpur has its own place in the vibrant Saran 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 233117. The village spans a total geographical area of 127 hectares. Chapra is nearest town to Harpur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 30km 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 2,444 1,238 1,206
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 438 225 213
Scheduled Castes (SC) 278 143 135
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 106 57 49
Literate Population 1,209 749 460
Illiterate Population 1,235 489 746

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

  • The total population of Harpur village is around 2,444, including approximately 1,238 males and 1,206 females, with a sex ratio of 974 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 438 children aged 0–6 years in Harpur village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Harpur village has 278 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 106 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Harpur village is about 49.47%, with male literacy at 60.50% and female literacy at 38.14%.
  • There are around 473 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 <5 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within village
Railway Station Available within <5 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.

Nadauan Bhagwanpur Bedauli Suhai Sahpur Suhai Gajan Chhatwan Kalan Majhaulia Chhatwa Khurd Lauwa Kalan Sarea Muslimpur

Frequently Asked Questions about Harpur

Where is Harpur located?
Harpur village is situated in Baniapur Subdivision, within the Saran district of Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Harpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Harpur is Bedauli (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 2,444, with 1,238 males and 1,206 females.
How many households are there in Harpur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Harpur village has a total of 473 households.
What is the literacy rate in Harpur as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Harpur is 49.47%. The male literacy rate is 60.50%, while the female literacy rate is 38.14%.