Haripur - Singur, Hooghly
Haripur is a village situated in the Singur subdivision of Hooghly district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 9.5 km from Singur. Boraipahalampur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Haripur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Haripur is 325543. The village covers a total geographical area of 127.84 hectares and falls under the 712223 pincode. Serampore is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Haripur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Singur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hooghly Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Haripur
As per Census 2011, Haripur village has a total population of 3,002 people, consisting of 1,527 males and 1,475 females. The village has 690 households and a sex ratio of 965 females per 1,000 males. There are 329 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,089 literate and 913 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,106 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 3 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Haripur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,002 | 1,527 | 1,475 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 329 | 150 | 179 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,106 | 560 | 546 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 2,089 | 1,131 | 958 |
| Illiterate Population | 913 | 396 | 517 |
Nearby Villages of Haripur
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Mahammadpur | North-East | 0.56 km |
| Ramchandrapur | North-East | 0.88 km |
| Pahlanpur | South-West | 0.92 km |
| Gobindapur | North-East | 1.42 km |
| Rostampur | West | 1.57 km |
| Bara Kamalapur | South | 1.88 km |
| Mollasimla | North-West | 1.94 km |
| Baharampur | South-East | 2.19 km |
| Rasulpur | North-West | 2.35 km |
| Diara | North | 2.37 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Haripur
Haripur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Diara, while the nearest airport is Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 18.0 km.
| 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 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Serampore to Haripur is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. 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 | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Haripur
Where is Haripur located?
Haripur village is located in Singur Subdivision, Hooghly district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Haripur?
The Gram Panchayat of Haripur is Boraipahalampur.
What is the pincode of Haripur?
The pincode of Haripur is 712223.
What is the population of Haripur?
Haripur has a total population of 3,002, including 1,527 males and 1,475 females.
How many households are there in Haripur?
There are 690 households in Haripur.
What is the literacy rate in Haripur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Haripur is 69.59%. Male literacy is 74.07% and female literacy is 64.95%.