Harpur - Chandpur, Bijnor
Harpur is a village situated in the Chandpur tehsil of Bijnor district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 2 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chandpur and around 39 km from the district headquarters in Bijnor. Darbara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Harpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Harpur is 114096. The village covers a total geographical area of 180.28 hectares and falls under the 246725 pincode. Chandpur is the nearest town, located about 2 km away.
Harpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chandpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bijnor Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Harpur
According to the 2011 Census, Harpur village had a total population of 820 people, including 446 males and 374 females, living in 170 households. The sex ratio was 839 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 76.53%, with male literacy at 90.38% and female literacy at 60.36%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 12.
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 | 820 | 446 | 374 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 87 | 51 | 36 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 12 | 7 | 5 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 561 | 357 | 204 |
| Illiterate Population | 259 | 89 | 170 |
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Hilal Pur | East | 1.40 km |
| Darbara | South-West | 1.41 km |
| Mirzapur Bela | South | 1.57 km |
| Faizipur Kasba | North | 1.80 km |
| Jahagirpur Majra Gyanpur | West | 1.88 km |
| Takhan Puri | South-East | 1.92 km |
| Mohammad Husainpur Majra Rukanpur | East | 2.41 km |
| Hasanpur Nattha | South | 2.42 km |
| Rukanpur | North-East | 2.52 km |
| Hasanpur Jagmal | South | 2.55 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Harpur
Harpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Bagarpur Halt, while the nearest airport is Pantnagar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 98.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Chandpur to Harpur is about 2 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bijnor to Harpur is about 39 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 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 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Harpur
Where is Harpur located?
Harpur village is located in Chandpur Tehsil, Bijnor district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Harpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Harpur is Darbara.
What is the pincode of Harpur?
The pincode of Harpur is 246725.
What is the population of Harpur?
Harpur had a total population of 820, including 446 males and 374 females.
How many households are there in Harpur?
Harpur had 170 households.
What is the literacy rate in Harpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Harpur was 76.53%. Male literacy was 90.38% and female literacy was 60.36%.