Tharupur - Harraiya, Basti
Tharupur is a village situated in the Harraiya tehsil of Basti district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Harraiya and around 26 km from the district headquarters in Basti. Sariya Tiyari serves as the Gram Panchayat for Tharupur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tharupur is 179490. The village covers a total geographical area of 88.49 hectares and falls under the 272155 pincode. Basti is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Tharupur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kaptanganj Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Basti Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Tharupur
According to the 2011 Census, Tharupur village had a total population of 289 people, including 140 males and 149 females, living in 45 households. The sex ratio was 1,064 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 48.42%, with male literacy at 52.43% and female literacy at 44.92%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 118.
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 | 289 | 140 | 149 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 68 | 37 | 31 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 118 | 54 | 64 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 107 | 54 | 53 |
| Illiterate Population | 182 | 86 | 96 |
Nearby Villages of Tharupur
Tharupur 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 Tharupur
Tharupur is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Basti to Tharupur is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Basti to Tharupur is about 26 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Tharupur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tharupur 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 | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Tharupur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Tharupur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Tharupur
Where is Tharupur located?
Tharupur village is located in Harraiya Tehsil, Basti district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Tharupur?
The Gram Panchayat of Tharupur is Sariya Tiyari.
What is the pincode of Tharupur?
The pincode of Tharupur is 272155.
What is the population of Tharupur?
Tharupur had a total population of 289, including 140 males and 149 females.
How many households are there in Tharupur?
Tharupur had 45 households.
What is the literacy rate in Tharupur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tharupur was 48.42%. Male literacy was 52.43% and female literacy was 44.92%.