Harpur - Baniapur, Saran
Harpur is a village situated in the Baniapur subdivision of Saran district, Bihar. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Baniapur and around 29 km from the district headquarters in Chhapra. Bedauli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Harpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Harpur is 233117. The village covers a total geographical area of 127 hectares and falls under the 841403 pincode. Chapra is the nearest town, located about 30 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 Baniapur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Maharajganj Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Harpur
As per Census 2011, Harpur village has a total population of 2,444 people, consisting of 1,238 males and 1,206 females. The village has 473 households and a sex ratio of 974 females per 1,000 males. There are 438 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,209 literate and 1,235 illiterate residents. Additionally, 278 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 106 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Harpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
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
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Harpur. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Harpur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Chapra to Harpur is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Chhapra to Harpur is about 29 km, with the usual travel time 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 2-5 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 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Harpur
Where is Harpur located?
Harpur village is located in Baniapur Subdivision, Saran district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Harpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Harpur is Bedauli.
What is the pincode of Harpur?
The pincode of Harpur is 841403.
What is the population of Harpur?
Harpur has a total population of 2,444, including 1,238 males and 1,206 females.
How many households are there in Harpur?
There are 473 households in Harpur.
What is the literacy rate in Harpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Harpur is 49.47%. Male literacy is 60.50% and female literacy is 38.14%.