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 Pradhan 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
According to the 2011 Census, Haripur village had a total population of 2,063 people, including 1,035 males and 1,028 females, living in 458 households. The sex ratio was 993 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 90.39%, with male literacy at 96.54% and female literacy at 84.27%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1,106, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 79.
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 | 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 had a total population of 2,063, including 1,035 males and 1,028 females.
How many households are there in Haripur?
Haripur had 458 households.
What is the literacy rate in Haripur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Haripur was 90.39%. Male literacy was 96.54% and female literacy was 84.27%.