Harpur - Ballia
Harpur is a village situated in the Ballia tehsil of Ballia district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 10 km from Ballia, which serves as both the tehsil and district headquarters. Haripur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Harpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Harpur is 199158. The village covers a total geographical area of 93.48 hectares and falls under the 277121 pincode. Ballia is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Harpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Ballia Nagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ballia Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Harpur
As per Census 2011, Harpur village has a total population of 1,927 people, consisting of 1,022 males and 905 females. The village has 288 households and a sex ratio of 885 females per 1,000 males. There are 310 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,184 literate and 743 illiterate residents. Additionally, 339 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Harpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,927 | 1,022 | 905 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 310 | 170 | 140 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 339 | 190 | 149 |
| Literate Population | 1,184 | 720 | 464 |
| Illiterate Population | 743 | 302 | 441 |
Nearby Villages of Harpur
Harpur 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 Harpur
Public transport in the Harpur is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. Harpur has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ballia to Harpur is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Harpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Harpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Harpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Harpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Harpur
Where is Harpur located?
Harpur village is located in Ballia Tehsil, Ballia district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Harpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Harpur is Haripur.
What is the pincode of Harpur?
The pincode of Harpur is 277121.
What is the population of Harpur?
Harpur has a total population of 1,927, including 1,022 males and 905 females.
How many households are there in Harpur?
There are 288 households in Harpur.
What is the literacy rate in Harpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Harpur is 61.44%. Male literacy is 70.45% and female literacy is 51.27%.