Haripur

Haripur is a village located in Polba Dadpur subdivision of Hugli district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 13.4km away from sub-district headquarter Polba (tehsildar office) and 22.3km away from district headquarter Chinsura. As per 2009 stats, Harit is the gram panchayat of Haripur village.

Here you can discover what makes Haripur unique in its vibrant Polba Dadpur-Hugli 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 325280. The village spans a total geographical area of 110.52 hectares. Chinsurah is nearest town to Haripur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.

When it comes to local governance, Haripur village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Saptagram Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Hooghly Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Haripur

According to the 2011 Census, Haripur has a total population of about 1,606, with approximately 804 males and 802 females. The sex ratio is around 997 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 199 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 607 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 67. The overall literacy rate is approximately 63.45%, with male literacy at about 66.67% and female literacy near 60.22%. There are around 359 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.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,606 804 802
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 199 99 100
Scheduled Castes (SC) 607 311 296
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 67 33 34
Literate Population 1,019 536 483
Illiterate Population 587 268 319

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 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within <5 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 Polba Dadpur Subdivision, within the Hugli district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Haripur?
The Gram Panchayat of Haripur is Harit (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Haripur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Haripur is 1,606, with 804 males and 802 females.
How many households are there in Haripur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Haripur village has a total of 359 households.
What is the literacy rate in Haripur as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Haripur is 63.45%. The male literacy rate is 66.67%, while the female literacy rate is 60.22%.