Haripura - Abohar, Fazilka
Haripura is a village situated in the Abohar tehsil of Fazilka district, Punjab. It is located approximately 17 km from Abohar and around 90 km from Firozpur. Haripura Alias Bara Tirath serves as the Gram Panchayat for Haripura village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Haripura is 035167. The village covers a total geographical area of 1381.39 hectares and falls under the 152128 pincode. Abohar is the nearest town.
Haripura village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Abohar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Firozpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Haripura
According to the 2011 Census, Haripura village had a total population of 3,174 people, including 1,659 males and 1,515 females, living in 576 households. The sex ratio was 913 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 67.69%, with male literacy at 76.88% and female literacy at 57.65%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 921.
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 | 3,174 | 1,659 | 1,515 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 398 | 210 | 188 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 921 | 492 | 429 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,879 | 1,114 | 765 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,295 | 545 | 750 |
Nearby Villages of Haripura
Haripura 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 Haripura
Haripura is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Haripura.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Firozpur to Haripura is about 90 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Haripura
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Haripura 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 Haripura
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Haripura village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Haripura
Where is Haripura located?
Haripura village is located in Abohar Tehsil, Fazilka district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Haripura?
The Gram Panchayat of Haripura is Haripura Alias Bara Tirath.
What is the pincode of Haripura?
The pincode of Haripura is 152128.
What is the population of Haripura?
Haripura had a total population of 3,174, including 1,659 males and 1,515 females.
How many households are there in Haripura?
Haripura had 576 households.
What is the literacy rate in Haripura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Haripura was 67.69%. Male literacy was 76.88% and female literacy was 57.65%.