Haripur - Selsella, West Garo Hills
Haripur is a village situated in the Selsella subdivision of West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Selsella and around 87 km from the district headquarters in Tura.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Haripur is 272849. The village falls under the 794104 pincode.
Haripur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system. For political representation, the village falls under the Selsella Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tura Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Haripur
As per Census 2011, Haripur village has a total population of 2,039 people, consisting of 1,044 males and 995 females. The village has 376 households and a sex ratio of 953 females per 1,000 males. There are 474 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 744 literate and 1,295 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Haripur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,039 | 1,044 | 995 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 474 | 248 | 226 |
| Literate Population | 744 | 395 | 349 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,295 | 649 | 646 |
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 >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Tura to Haripur is about 87 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.5 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 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| 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) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Haripur
Where is Haripur located?
Haripur village is located in Selsella Subdivision, West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Haripur?
The pincode of Haripur is 794104.
What is the population of Haripur?
Haripur has a total population of 2,039, including 1,044 males and 995 females.
How many households are there in Haripur?
There are 376 households in Haripur.
What is the literacy rate in Haripur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Haripur is 36.49%. Male literacy is 37.84% and female literacy is 35.08%.