Harpur - Belthara Road, Ballia
Harpur is a village situated in the Belthara Road tehsil of Ballia district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Belthara Road and around 62 km from the district headquarters in Ballia. Jajauli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Harpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Harpur is 197768. The village covers a total geographical area of 24.11 hectares and falls under the 221716 pincode.
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 Belthara Road Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Salempur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Harpur
As per Census 2011, Harpur village has a total population of 30 people, consisting of 20 males and 10 females. The village has 15 households and a sex ratio of 500 females per 1,000 males. There are 6 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 16 literate and 14 illiterate residents. Additionally, 18 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Harpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 30 | 20 | 10 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 6 | 3 | 3 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 18 | 11 | 7 |
| Literate Population | 16 | 12 | 4 |
| Illiterate Population | 14 | 8 | 6 |
Nearby Villages of Harpur
Harpur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Hasanpur | South-West | 0.58 km |
| Mukhalispur | South-East | 0.63 km |
| Majhooa T.amawe | North | 0.69 km |
| Shikaria T. Barewa | South-East | 0.88 km |
| Jajauli | South-West | 1.38 km |
| Sodhanpur | North-West | 1.51 km |
| Barewa | South-East | 1.56 km |
| Goura T. Bhimpura | East | 1.61 km |
| Bhimpura No.1 T. Barewa | South | 1.77 km |
| Pachma | North-East | 1.85 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Harpur
Harpur is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Kirihrapur, while the nearest airport is Gorakhpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 69.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| 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 Ballia to Harpur is about 62 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. 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 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
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) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Harpur
Where is Harpur located?
Harpur village is located in Belthara Road Tehsil, Ballia district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Harpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Harpur is Jajauli.
What is the pincode of Harpur?
The pincode of Harpur is 221716.
What is the population of Harpur?
Harpur has a total population of 30, including 20 males and 10 females.
How many households are there in Harpur?
There are 15 households in Harpur.
What is the literacy rate in Harpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Harpur is 53.33%. Male literacy is 60.00% and female literacy is 40.00%.