Haripur - Miraj, Sangli
Haripur is a village situated in the Miraj tehsil of Sangli district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Miraj and around 5 km from the district headquarters in Sangli. Haripur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Haripur is 568703. The village covers a total geographical area of 561 hectares and falls under the 416415 pincode. Sangli Miraj Kupwad is the nearest town, located about 5 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 Miraj Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sangli Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Haripur
As per Census 2011, Haripur village has a total population of 7,595 people, consisting of 3,891 males and 3,704 females. The village has 1,643 households and a sex ratio of 951 females per 1,000 males. There are 759 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 5,899 literate and 1,696 illiterate residents. Additionally, 833 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 54 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Haripur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 7,595 | 3,891 | 3,704 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 759 | 407 | 352 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 833 | 400 | 433 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 54 | 28 | 26 |
| Literate Population | 5,899 | 3,184 | 2,715 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,696 | 707 | 989 |
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Jainapur | South-West | 3.02 km |
| Ankali | South-East | 3.65 km |
| Inam Dhamani | South-East | 4.50 km |
| Kothali | South-West | 4.60 km |
| Samdoli | West | 4.73 km |
| Umalwad | South | 5.38 km |
| Bamani | South-East | 5.39 km |
| Padmale | North | 5.46 km |
| Nilaji | South-East | 6.68 km |
| Kavathesar | West | 7.12 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Haripur
Public transport in the Haripur is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Sangli, while the nearest airport is Kolhapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 26.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sangli Miraj Kupwad to Haripur is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sangli to Haripur is about 5 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 | Yes | Available within village |
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) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Haripur
Where is Haripur located?
Haripur village is located in Miraj Tehsil, Sangli district, Maharashtra, 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 416415.
What is the population of Haripur?
Haripur has a total population of 7,595, including 3,891 males and 3,704 females.
How many households are there in Haripur?
There are 1,643 households in Haripur.
What is the literacy rate in Haripur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Haripur is 77.67%. Male literacy is 81.83% and female literacy is 73.30%.