Haripur - Pendra Road, Gaurela-Pendra-Marwahi
Haripur is a village situated in the Pendra Road tehsil of Gaurela-Pendra-Marwahi district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 13 km from Gaurella and around 105 km from Bilaspur. Banjhorka serves as the Gram Panchayat for Haripur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Haripur is 437496. The village covers a total geographical area of 360.11 hectares and falls under the 495117 pincode. Gaurella is the nearest town, located about 13 km away.
Haripur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Marwahi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Korba Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Haripur
According to the 2011 Census, Haripur village had a total population of 551 people, including 290 males and 261 females, living in 157 households. The sex ratio was 900 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 36.07%, with male literacy at 44.44% and female literacy at 26.47%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 461.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 551 | 290 | 261 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 113 | 56 | 57 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 461 | 240 | 221 |
| Literate Population | 158 | 104 | 54 |
| Illiterate Population | 393 | 186 | 207 |
Nearby Villages of Haripur
Haripur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Pathakpur | East | 2.44 km |
| Brajnagar | South-West | 2.79 km |
| Sundarganj | North-East | 2.95 km |
| Majira | South | 3.30 km |
| Chandarpur (kothari) | North | 3.90 km |
| Gangapur | South-West | 3.95 km |
| Chhatarpur | East | 4.25 km |
| Padipa | South-East | 4.41 km |
| Balsedi | South | 5.30 km |
| Jagatpur | West | 5.41 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Haripur
Haripur is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Kamalpurgram, while the nearest airport is Bilaspur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 141.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Gaurella to Haripur is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bilaspur to Haripur is about 105 km, with the usual travel time around ~3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Haripur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Haripur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Haripur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Haripur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Haripur
Where is Haripur located?
Haripur village is located in Pendra Road Tehsil, Gaurela-Pendra-Marwahi district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Haripur?
The Gram Panchayat of Haripur is Banjhorka.
What is the pincode of Haripur?
The pincode of Haripur is 495117.
What is the population of Haripur?
Haripur had a total population of 551, including 290 males and 261 females.
How many households are there in Haripur?
Haripur had 157 households.
What is the literacy rate in Haripur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Haripur was 36.07%. Male literacy was 44.44% and female literacy was 26.47%.