Haripur - Chamba
Haripur is a village situated in the Chamba tehsil of Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh. Haripur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Haripur is 007752. The village covers a total geographical area of 236.03 hectares and falls under the 176318 pincode. Chamba is the nearest town.
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 Chamba Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kangra Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Haripur
As per Census 2011, Haripur village has a total population of 2,063 people, consisting of 1,035 males and 1,028 females. The village has 458 households and a sex ratio of 993 females per 1,000 males. There are 210 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,675 literate and 388 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,106 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 79 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Haripur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,063 | 1,035 | 1,028 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 210 | 110 | 100 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,106 | 547 | 559 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 79 | 43 | 36 |
| Literate Population | 1,675 | 893 | 782 |
| Illiterate Population | 388 | 142 | 246 |
Nearby Villages of Haripur
Haripur 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 Haripur
Haripur is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Chamba to Haripur is about 7 km, with the usual travel time around 15-30 minutes. 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 | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 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 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Haripur
Where is Haripur located?
Haripur village is located in Chamba Tehsil, Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Haripur?
Haripur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Haripur?
The pincode of Haripur is 176318.
What is the population of Haripur?
Haripur has a total population of 2,063, including 1,035 males and 1,028 females.
How many households are there in Haripur?
There are 458 households in Haripur.
What is the literacy rate in Haripur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Haripur is 81.19%. Male literacy is 86.28% and female literacy is 76.07%.