Haripur - Mayureswar - I, Birbhum
Haripur is a village situated in the Mayureswar - I subdivision of Birbhum district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 11.3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mollarpur and around 39.9 km from the district headquarters in Suri. Dakshingram serves as the Gram Panchayat for Haripur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Haripur is 316547. The village covers a total geographical area of 219.4 hectares and falls under the 731216 pincode. Rampurhat is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Haripur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Haripur
As per Census 2011, Haripur village has a total population of 480 people, consisting of 228 males and 252 females. The village has 127 households and a sex ratio of 1,105 females per 1,000 males. There are 67 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 298 literate and 182 illiterate residents. Additionally, 330 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Haripur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 480 | 228 | 252 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 67 | 27 | 40 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 330 | 157 | 173 |
| Literate Population | 298 | 167 | 131 |
| Illiterate Population | 182 | 61 | 121 |
Nearby Villages of Haripur
Haripur 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 Haripur
Haripur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Haripur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Rampurhat to Haripur is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Suri to Haripur is about 39.9 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Haripur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Haripur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in 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 Haripur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Haripur
Where is Haripur located?
Haripur village is located in Mayureswar - I Subdivision, Birbhum district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Haripur?
The Gram Panchayat of Haripur is Dakshingram.
What is the pincode of Haripur?
The pincode of Haripur is 731216.
What is the population of Haripur?
Haripur has a total population of 480, including 228 males and 252 females.
How many households are there in Haripur?
There are 127 households in Haripur.
What is the literacy rate in Haripur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Haripur is 62.08%. Male literacy is 73.25% and female literacy is 51.98%.