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 Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Purbba Haripur
As per Census 2011, Purbba Haripur village has a total population of 180 people, consisting of 106 males and 74 females. The village has 50 households and a sex ratio of 698 females per 1,000 males. There are 14 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 141 literate and 39 illiterate residents. Additionally, 13 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Purbba Haripur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 180 | 106 | 74 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 14 | 8 | 6 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 13 | 8 | 5 |
| 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 has a total population of 180, including 106 males and 74 females.
How many households are there in Purbba Haripur?
There are 50 households in Purbba Haripur.
What is the literacy rate in Purbba Haripur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Purbba Haripur is 78.33%. Male literacy is 83.96% and female literacy is 70.27%.