Harpur

Harpur is a village located in Sahjanwa tehsil of Gorakhpur district in Uttar Pradesh, India. It is situated 10km away from sub-district headquarter Sahjanwa (tehsildar office) and 30km away from district headquarter Gorakhpur. As per 2009 stats, Harpur village is also a gram panchayat.

Harpur has its own place in the vibrant Gorakhpur region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Harpur

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Harpur is 185267. The village spans a total geographical area of 25.05 hectares. Sahjanwan is nearest town to Harpur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.

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Population of Harpur

Below is a concise population overview of Harpur as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,643 787 856
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 234 123 111
Scheduled Castes (SC) 438 215 223
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 67 31 36
Literate Population 982 546 436
Illiterate Population 661 241 420

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Harpur village:

  • The total population of Harpur village is around 1,643, including approximately 787 males and 856 females, with a sex ratio of 1087 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 234 children aged 0–6 years in Harpur village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Harpur village has 438 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 67 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Harpur village is about 59.77%, with male literacy at 69.38% and female literacy at 50.93%.
  • There are around 241 households in Harpur village.

Connectivity of Harpur

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Harpur. As per the 2011 stats, Harpur had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Railway Station Available within 5 - 10 km distance

Nearby Villages of Harpur

Knowing the nearby villages of Harpur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Harpur.

Pharsa Dand Kodari Khurd Telia Dih Bishunpur Budhat Khas Anantpur Darghat Jigina Siswa Jabraila Bibikhore Jagal Aual

Frequently Asked Questions about Harpur

Where is Harpur located?
Harpur village is situated in Sahjanwa Tehsil, within the Gorakhpur district of Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Harpur?
Harpur serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the population of Harpur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Harpur is 1,643, with 787 males and 856 females.
How many households are there in Harpur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Harpur village has a total of 241 households.
What is the literacy rate in Harpur as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Harpur is 59.77%. The male literacy rate is 69.38%, while the female literacy rate is 50.93%.