Habibpur - Barharia, Siwan
Habibpur is a village situated in the Barharia subdivision of Siwan district, Bihar. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Barharia and around 20 km from the district headquarters in Siwan. Bahadurpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Habibpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Habibpur is 231479. The village covers a total geographical area of 106 hectares and falls under the 841232 pincode. Siwan is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Habibpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Barharia Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Siwan Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Habibpur
As per Census 2011, Habibpur village has a total population of 2,449 people, consisting of 1,279 males and 1,170 females. The village has 364 households and a sex ratio of 914 females per 1,000 males. There are 443 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,500 literate and 949 illiterate residents. Additionally, 101 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 25 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Habibpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,449 | 1,279 | 1,170 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 443 | 248 | 195 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 101 | 50 | 51 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 25 | 12 | 13 |
| Literate Population | 1,500 | 830 | 670 |
| Illiterate Population | 949 | 449 | 500 |
Nearby Villages of Habibpur
Habibpur is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Alampur | East | 0.95 km |
| Pakri Sultan | North | 1.08 km |
| Paharpur | West | 1.16 km |
| Bahuara Qadir | North-East | 1.60 km |
| Sadarpur | North-West | 1.62 km |
| Usuri Indauli | East | 1.64 km |
| Bhaday | South | 1.65 km |
| Bhimpur | South-West | 1.93 km |
| Bhalua | North | 1.94 km |
| Indauli Siraj | South-East | 2.04 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Habibpur
Habibpur is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Amlori Sarsar, while the nearest airport is Raxaul Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 69.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Siwan to Habibpur is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Habibpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Habibpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Habibpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Habibpur 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 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Habibpur
Where is Habibpur located?
Habibpur village is located in Barharia Subdivision, Siwan district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Habibpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Habibpur is Bahadurpur.
What is the pincode of Habibpur?
The pincode of Habibpur is 841232.
What is the population of Habibpur?
Habibpur has a total population of 2,449, including 1,279 males and 1,170 females.
How many households are there in Habibpur?
There are 364 households in Habibpur.
What is the literacy rate in Habibpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Habibpur is 61.25%. Male literacy is 64.89% and female literacy is 57.26%.