Haripur - Tufanganj - II, Cooch Behar
Haripur is a village situated in the Tufanganj - II subdivision of Cooch Behar district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 5.6 km from Baksirhat and around 120 km from Cooch Behar. Barokodali-i serves as the Gram Panchayat for Haripur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Haripur is 308437. The village covers a total geographical area of 278.16 hectares and falls under the 736131 pincode. Tufangunj is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Haripur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Haripur
According to the 2011 Census, Haripur village had a total population of 2,793 people, including 1,462 males and 1,331 females, living in 666 households. The sex ratio was 910 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.81%, with male literacy at 81.93% and female literacy at 69.17%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 2,123, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 171.
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 | 2,793 | 1,462 | 1,331 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 263 | 145 | 118 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2,123 | 1,112 | 1,011 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 171 | 91 | 80 |
| Literate Population | 1,918 | 1,079 | 839 |
| Illiterate Population | 875 | 383 | 492 |
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
Public transport in the Haripur is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Haripur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Tufangunj to Haripur is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Cooch Behar to Haripur is about 120 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.4 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 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 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 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Haripur
Where is Haripur located?
Haripur village is located in Tufanganj - II Subdivision, Cooch Behar district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Haripur?
The Gram Panchayat of Haripur is Barokodali-i.
What is the pincode of Haripur?
The pincode of Haripur is 736131.
What is the population of Haripur?
Haripur had a total population of 2,793, including 1,462 males and 1,331 females.
How many households are there in Haripur?
Haripur had 666 households.
What is the literacy rate in Haripur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Haripur was 75.81%. Male literacy was 81.93% and female literacy was 69.17%.