Harpur - Tamkuhi Raj, Kushinagar
Harpur is a village situated in the Tamkuhi Raj tehsil of Kushinagar district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tamkuhi Raj and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Kushinagar. Harpur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Harpur is 189588. The village covers a total geographical area of 251.35 hectares and falls under the 274406 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 Tamkuhi raj Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Deoria Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Harpur
As per Census 2011, Harpur village has a total population of 3,161 people, consisting of 1,592 males and 1,569 females. The village has 468 households and a sex ratio of 985 females per 1,000 males. There are 519 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,787 literate and 1,374 illiterate residents. Additionally, 91 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 582 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Harpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,161 | 1,592 | 1,569 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 519 | 258 | 261 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 91 | 48 | 43 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 582 | 293 | 289 |
| Literate Population | 1,787 | 1,059 | 728 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,374 | 533 | 841 |
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Puraina Kateya | South | 0.96 km |
| Saraya Bujurg | South-East | 1.80 km |
| Majhaua | North | 2.08 km |
| Baluwa Samsher Shahi | West | 2.15 km |
| Pipara Baghel | South | 2.17 km |
| Bagahi | North-West | 2.19 km |
| Dubha | East | 2.20 km |
| Bharapatia | North | 2.24 km |
| Bihar Buzurg | South-West | 2.26 km |
| Laxmipur Buzurg | South | 2.74 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 Tamkuhi Road, while the nearest airport is Gorakhpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 57.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Kushinagar to Harpur is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 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 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 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 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Harpur
Where is Harpur located?
Harpur village is located in Tamkuhi Raj Tehsil, Kushinagar 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 274406.
What is the population of Harpur?
Harpur has a total population of 3,161, including 1,592 males and 1,569 females.
How many households are there in Harpur?
There are 468 households in Harpur.
What is the literacy rate in Harpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Harpur is 56.53%. Male literacy is 66.52% and female literacy is 46.40%.