Harpur
About Harpur
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Harpur village is 324633. Harpur village is located in Dhaniakhali subdivision of Hugli district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 4.9km away from sub-district headquarter Dhaniakhali (tehsildar office) and 34.9km away from district headquarter Chinsura. As per 2009 stats, Somaspur I is the gram panchayat of Harpur village.
The total geographical area of village is 145.69 hectares. Harpur has a total population of 2,054 peoples, out of which male population is 1,043 while female population is 1,011. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 969 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of harpur village is 70.55% out of which 77.18% males and 63.70% females are literate. There are about 489 houses in harpur village. Pincode of harpur village locality is 712302.
When it comes to administration, Harpur village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Harpur village comes under Dhanekhali Vidhan Sabha constituency & Hooghly Lok Sabha constituency. Tarakeswar is nearest town to harpur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 19km away.
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Population of Harpur
The population details of Harpur cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,054 | 1,043 | 1,011 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 221 | 109 | 112 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 739 | 359 | 380 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 170 | 84 | 86 |
| Literate Population | 1,449 | 805 | 644 |
| Illiterate Population | 605 | 238 | 367 |
Connectivity of Harpur
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within <5 km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Harpur
Where is Harpur located?
Harpur village is situated in Dhaniakhali Subdivision, within the Hugli district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Harpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Harpur is Somaspur I (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Harpur?
The pincode of Harpur is 712302, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Harpur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Harpur is 2,054, with 1,043 males and 1,011 females.
How many households are there in Harpur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Harpur village has a total of 489 households.
What is the literacy rate in Harpur as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Harpur is 70.55%. The male literacy rate is 77.18%, while the female literacy rate is 63.70%.