Harpur - Guthani, Siwan
Harpur is a village situated in the Guthani subdivision of Siwan district, Bihar. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Guthani and around 36 km from the district headquarters in Siwan. Barpalia serves as the Gram Panchayat for Harpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Harpur is 232234. The village covers a total geographical area of 107 hectares and falls under the 841435 pincode. Mairwa is the nearest town, located about 14 km away.
Harpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Harpur
As per Census 2011, Harpur village has a total population of 1,141 people, consisting of 585 males and 556 females. The village has 162 households and a sex ratio of 950 females per 1,000 males. There are 167 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 725 literate and 416 illiterate residents. Additionally, 80 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 11 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Harpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,141 | 585 | 556 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 167 | 104 | 63 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 80 | 37 | 43 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 11 | 6 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 725 | 397 | 328 |
| Illiterate Population | 416 | 188 | 228 |
Nearby Villages of Harpur
Harpur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Damodra | North | 0.79 km |
| Bauri | South | 0.89 km |
| Selaur | West | 1.08 km |
| Kaleyani | North | 1.54 km |
| Tanrwa Tiwari | North-East | 1.64 km |
| Khirauli | South | 1.66 km |
| Mamaur | West | 1.72 km |
| Guthani | West | 2.04 km |
| Basuhari | South-West | 2.06 km |
| Barpalia | South-East | 2.23 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Harpur
Harpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Bankata, while the nearest airport is Gorakhpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 73.0 km.
| 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 Mairwa to Harpur is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Siwan to Harpur is about 36 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 1-2 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 <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Harpur
Where is Harpur located?
Harpur village is located in Guthani Subdivision, Siwan district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Harpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Harpur is Barpalia.
What is the pincode of Harpur?
The pincode of Harpur is 841435.
What is the population of Harpur?
Harpur has a total population of 1,141, including 585 males and 556 females.
How many households are there in Harpur?
There are 162 households in Harpur.
What is the literacy rate in Harpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Harpur is 63.54%. Male literacy is 67.86% and female literacy is 58.99%.