Harpura - Dudhi, Sonbhadra
Harpura is a village situated in the Dudhi tehsil of Sonbhadra district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 19 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dudhi and around 94 km from the district headquarters in Sonbhadra. Harpura village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Harpura is 214303. The village covers a total geographical area of 365.27 hectares and falls under the 231226 pincode. Sonbhadra is the nearest town, located about 19 km away.
Harpura village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Duddhi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Robertsganj Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Harpura
As per Census 2011, Harpura village has a total population of 1,630 people, consisting of 837 males and 793 females. The village has 291 households and a sex ratio of 947 females per 1,000 males. There are 292 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 735 literate and 895 illiterate residents. Additionally, 56 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 675 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Harpura are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,630 | 837 | 793 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 292 | 153 | 139 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 56 | 30 | 26 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 675 | 336 | 339 |
| Literate Population | 735 | 466 | 269 |
| Illiterate Population | 895 | 371 | 524 |
Nearby Villages of Harpura
Harpura 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Goitha | East | 2.06 km |
| Dhorpa | North | 2.12 km |
| Bairkhar | South | 2.19 km |
| Chak Bairkhar | South | 2.93 km |
| Humel Dohar | North | 3.04 km |
| Nagawa | West | 3.16 km |
| Chhatarpur | North-East | 3.54 km |
| Kudari | South-West | 3.60 km |
| Barkhohara | South-East | 3.60 km |
| Amawar | West | 3.74 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Harpura
Harpura is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Mahuariya, while the nearest airport is Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 124.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sonbhadra to Harpura is about 19 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sonbhadra to Harpura is about 94 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Harpura
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Harpura village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Harpura
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Harpura village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Harpura
Where is Harpura located?
Harpura village is located in Dudhi Tehsil, Sonbhadra district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Harpura?
Harpura is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Harpura?
The pincode of Harpura is 231226.
What is the population of Harpura?
Harpura has a total population of 1,630, including 837 males and 793 females.
How many households are there in Harpura?
There are 291 households in Harpura.
What is the literacy rate in Harpura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Harpura is 45.09%. Male literacy is 55.68% and female literacy is 33.92%.