Harpal - Nakur, Saharanpur
Harpal is a village situated in the Nakur tehsil of Saharanpur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Nakur and around 25 km from the district headquarters in Saharanpur. Harpal village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Harpal is 109779. The village covers a total geographical area of 95.39 hectares and falls under the 247001 pincode. Rampur is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Harpal 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 Nakur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kairana Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Harpal
According to the 2011 Census, Harpal village had a total population of 1,612 people, including 868 males and 744 females, living in 293 households. The sex ratio was 857 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 76.23%, with male literacy at 87.42% and female literacy at 62.98%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 800.
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 | 1,612 | 868 | 744 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 190 | 97 | 93 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 800 | 423 | 377 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,084 | 674 | 410 |
| Illiterate Population | 528 | 194 | 334 |
Nearby Villages of Harpal
Harpal 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 Harpal
Harpal is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Harpal.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Rampur to Harpal is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Saharanpur to Harpal is about 25 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Harpal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Harpal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Harpal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Harpal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Harpal
Where is Harpal located?
Harpal village is located in Nakur Tehsil, Saharanpur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Harpal?
Harpal is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Harpal?
The pincode of Harpal is 247001.
What is the population of Harpal?
Harpal had a total population of 1,612, including 868 males and 744 females.
How many households are there in Harpal?
Harpal had 293 households.
What is the literacy rate in Harpal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Harpal was 76.23%. Male literacy was 87.42% and female literacy was 62.98%.