Harpurwa - Bajpatti, Sitamarhi
Harpurwa is a village situated in the Bajpatti subdivision of Sitamarhi district, Bihar. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bajpatti and around 10 km from the district headquarters in Sitamarhi. Harpurwa village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Harpurwa is 219653. The village covers a total geographical area of 272 hectares and falls under the 843314 pincode. Sitamarhi is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Harpurwa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Harpurwa
As per Census 2011, Harpurwa village has a total population of 6,909 people, consisting of 3,578 males and 3,331 females. The village has 1,485 households and a sex ratio of 930 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,451 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,943 literate and 3,966 illiterate residents. Additionally, 608 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Harpurwa are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,909 | 3,578 | 3,331 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,451 | 740 | 711 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 608 | 314 | 294 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 2,943 | 1,693 | 1,250 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,966 | 1,885 | 2,081 |
Nearby Villages of Harpurwa
Harpurwa 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 Harpurwa
Harpurwa is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 1-2 km of Harpurwa.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 1-2 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sitamarhi to Harpurwa is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Harpurwa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Harpurwa village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Harpurwa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Harpurwa village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Harpurwa
Where is Harpurwa located?
Harpurwa village is located in Bajpatti Subdivision, Sitamarhi district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Harpurwa?
Harpurwa is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Harpurwa?
The pincode of Harpurwa is 843314.
What is the population of Harpurwa?
Harpurwa has a total population of 6,909, including 3,578 males and 3,331 females.
How many households are there in Harpurwa?
There are 1,485 households in Harpurwa.
What is the literacy rate in Harpurwa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Harpurwa is 42.60%. Male literacy is 47.32% and female literacy is 37.53%.