Haripur - Suchetgarh, Jammu
Haripur is a village situated in the Suchetgarh tehsil of Jammu district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 4 km from R.s.pora and around 24 km from Jammu. Haripur village is a designated Halqa Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Haripur is 006106. The village covers a total geographical area of 140.8 hectares and falls under the 181102 pincode. R.s.pora is the nearest town, located about 4 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 Suchet Garh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jammu Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Haripur
According to the 2011 Census, Haripur village had a total population of 567 people, including 293 males and 274 females, living in 109 households. The sex ratio was 935 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.70%, with male literacy at 84.06% and female literacy at 67.21%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 532, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 29.
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 | 567 | 293 | 274 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 69 | 42 | 27 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 532 | 274 | 258 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 29 | 13 | 16 |
| Literate Population | 377 | 211 | 166 |
| Illiterate Population | 190 | 82 | 108 |
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 auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from R.s.pora to Haripur is about 4 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jammu to Haripur is about 24 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 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 | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 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) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Haripur
Where is Haripur located?
Haripur village is located in Suchetgarh Tehsil, Jammu district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Haripur?
Haripur is its own Halqa Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Haripur?
The pincode of Haripur is 181102.
What is the population of Haripur?
Haripur had a total population of 567, including 293 males and 274 females.
How many households are there in Haripur?
Haripur had 109 households.
What is the literacy rate in Haripur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Haripur was 75.70%. Male literacy was 84.06% and female literacy was 67.21%.