Harpur - Bansgaon, Gorakhpur
Harpur is a village situated in the Bansgaon tehsil of Gorakhpur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bansgaon and around 32 km from the district headquarters in Gorakhpur. Harpur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Harpur is 186444. The village covers a total geographical area of 57.11 hectares and falls under the 273016 pincode. Kodiram is the nearest town, located about 4 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 Bansgaon Assembly and Parliamentary constituency.
Population of Harpur
According to the 2011 Census, Harpur village had a total population of 962 people, including 463 males and 499 females, living in 144 households. The sex ratio was 1,078 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.08%, with male literacy at 85.97% and female literacy at 61.31%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 289.
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 | 962 | 463 | 499 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 141 | 71 | 70 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 289 | 135 | 154 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 600 | 337 | 263 |
| Illiterate Population | 362 | 126 | 236 |
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
Harpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kodiram to Harpur is about 4 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Gorakhpur to Harpur is about 32 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 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 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 Bansgaon Tehsil, Gorakhpur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Harpur?
Harpur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Harpur?
The pincode of Harpur is 273016.
What is the population of Harpur?
Harpur had a total population of 962, including 463 males and 499 females.
How many households are there in Harpur?
Harpur had 144 households.
What is the literacy rate in Harpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Harpur was 73.08%. Male literacy was 85.97% and female literacy was 61.31%.