Haripur
Haripur is a village located in Balurghat subdivision of Dakshin Dinajpur district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 10.3km away from Balurghat, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Haripur village. As per 2009 stats, Amritakhand is the gram panchayat of Haripur village.
Here you can discover what makes Haripur unique in its vibrant Balurghat-Dakshin Dinajpur region. You’ll see Haripur’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Haripur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Haripur is 311322. The village spans a total geographical area of 238.95 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 733153. Balurghat is nearest town to Haripur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
As per 2019 stats, Haripur village comes under Balurghat assembly & parliamentary constituency.
Google Map of Haripur
Population of Haripur
According to the 2011 Census, Haripur has a total population of about 1,317, with approximately 687 males and 630 females. The sex ratio is around 917 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 115 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 649 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 250. The overall literacy rate is approximately 66.06%, with male literacy at about 73.36% and female literacy near 58.10%. There are around 322 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Haripur's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,317 | 687 | 630 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 115 | 64 | 51 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 649 | 345 | 304 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 250 | 132 | 118 |
| Literate Population | 870 | 504 | 366 |
| Illiterate Population | 447 | 183 | 264 |
Connectivity of Haripur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Haripur. As per the 2011 stats, Haripur had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Haripur
Knowing the nearby villages of Haripur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Haripur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Haripur
- Where is Haripur located?
- Haripur village is situated in Balurghat Subdivision, within the Dakshin Dinajpur district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Haripur?
- The Gram Panchayat of Haripur is Amritakhand (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Haripur?
- The pincode of Haripur is 733153, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Haripur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Haripur is 1,317, with 687 males and 630 females.
- How many households are there in Haripur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Haripur village has a total of 322 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Haripur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Haripur is 66.06%. The male literacy rate is 73.36%, while the female literacy rate is 58.10%.