Haripur - Kunihar, Solan
Haripur is a village situated in the Kunihar tehsil of Solan district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 45 km from Solan. Kothi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Haripur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Haripur is 020273. The village covers a total geographical area of 62.05 hectares and falls under the 173207 pincode. Arki 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 Arki Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Haripur
As per Census 2011, Haripur village has a total population of 476 people, consisting of 240 males and 236 females. The village has 89 households and a sex ratio of 983 females per 1,000 males. There are 45 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 375 literate and 101 illiterate residents. Additionally, 277 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 148 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Haripur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 476 | 240 | 236 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 45 | 22 | 23 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 277 | 141 | 136 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 148 | 77 | 71 |
| Literate Population | 375 | 200 | 175 |
| Illiterate Population | 101 | 40 | 61 |
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, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| 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 Solan to Haripur is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 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 <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 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 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Haripur
Where is Haripur located?
Haripur village is located in Kunihar Tehsil, Solan district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Haripur?
The Gram Panchayat of Haripur is Kothi.
What is the pincode of Haripur?
The pincode of Haripur is 173207.
What is the population of Haripur?
Haripur has a total population of 476, including 240 males and 236 females.
How many households are there in Haripur?
There are 89 households in Haripur.
What is the literacy rate in Haripur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Haripur is 78.78%. Male literacy is 83.33% and female literacy is 74.15%.