Purbba Haripur - Labpur, Birbhum
Purbba Haripur is a village situated in the Labpur subdivision of Birbhum district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 15.2 km from the tehsil headquarters in Labpur and around 46.3 km from the district headquarters in Suri. Thiba serves as the Gram Panchayat for Purbba Haripur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Purbba Haripur is 317606. The village covers a total geographical area of 91.26 hectares and falls under the 731302 pincode. Bolpur is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Purbba Haripur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Purbba Haripur
According to the 2011 Census, Purbba Haripur village had a total population of 180 people, including 106 males and 74 females, living in 50 households. The sex ratio was 698 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 84.94%, with male literacy at 90.82% and female literacy at 76.47%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 13.
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 | 180 | 106 | 74 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 14 | 8 | 6 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 13 | 8 | 5 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 141 | 89 | 52 |
| Illiterate Population | 39 | 17 | 22 |
Nearby Villages of Purbba Haripur
Purbba Haripur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bilnangalhata | North-East | 0.74 km |
| Kazipara | North-West | 0.80 km |
| Bagha | North-West | 1.13 km |
| Laltakuri | East | 1.19 km |
| Belbuni | South-West | 1.43 km |
| Shikarpur | South-East | 1.50 km |
| Nangalhata | North | 1.82 km |
| Dhrubabati | South | 1.86 km |
| Thiba | West | 1.97 km |
| Bhatra | North-West | 2.06 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Purbba Haripur
Purbba Haripur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Jhamatpur Baharan, while the nearest airport is Kazi Nazrul Islam Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 58.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bolpur to Purbba Haripur is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Suri to Purbba Haripur is about 46.3 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Purbba Haripur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Purbba Haripur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Purbba Haripur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Purbba Haripur 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Purbba Haripur
Where is Purbba Haripur located?
Purbba Haripur village is located in Labpur Subdivision, Birbhum district, West Bengal, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Purbba Haripur?
The Gram Panchayat of Purbba Haripur is Thiba.
What is the pincode of Purbba Haripur?
The pincode of Purbba Haripur is 731302.
What is the population of Purbba Haripur?
Purbba Haripur had a total population of 180, including 106 males and 74 females.
How many households are there in Purbba Haripur?
Purbba Haripur had 50 households.
What is the literacy rate in Purbba Haripur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Purbba Haripur was 84.94%. Male literacy was 90.82% and female literacy was 76.47%.