Harispur - Kumarganj, Dakshin Dinajpur
Harispur is a village situated in the Kumarganj subdivision of Dakshin Dinajpur district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 2.2 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kumarganj and around 37.8 km from the district headquarters in Balurghat. Bhour serves as the Gram Panchayat for Harispur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Harispur is 310866. The village covers a total geographical area of 60.23 hectares and falls under the 733141 pincode. Balurghat is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Harispur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Harispur
According to the 2011 Census, Harispur village had a total population of 452 people, including 217 males and 235 females, living in 105 households. The sex ratio was 1,083 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 81.15%, with male literacy at 83.15% and female literacy at 79.41%.
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 | 452 | 217 | 235 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 70 | 39 | 31 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 310 | 148 | 162 |
| Illiterate Population | 142 | 69 | 73 |
Nearby Villages of Harispur
Harispur 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 Harispur
Public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the Harispur. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Harispur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Balurghat to Harispur is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Balurghat to Harispur is about 37.8 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 Harispur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Harispur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Harispur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Harispur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Harispur
Where is Harispur located?
Harispur village is located in Kumarganj Subdivision, Dakshin Dinajpur district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Harispur?
The Gram Panchayat of Harispur is Bhour.
What is the pincode of Harispur?
The pincode of Harispur is 733141.
What is the population of Harispur?
Harispur had a total population of 452, including 217 males and 235 females.
How many households are there in Harispur?
Harispur had 105 households.
What is the literacy rate in Harispur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Harispur was 81.15%. Male literacy was 83.15% and female literacy was 79.41%.