Haripur - Cooch Behar - II, Cooch Behar
Haripur is a village situated in the Cooch Behar - II subdivision of Cooch Behar district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 50.6 km from Pundibari and around 12.5 km from Cooch Behar. Madhupur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Haripur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Haripur is 308280. The village covers a total geographical area of 169.39 hectares and falls under the 736165 pincode. Cooch Behar 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.
Population of Haripur
As per Census 2011, Haripur village has a total population of 995 people, consisting of 523 males and 472 females. The village has 242 households and a sex ratio of 902 females per 1,000 males. There are 119 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 667 literate and 328 illiterate residents. Additionally, 657 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 19 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Haripur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 995 | 523 | 472 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 119 | 58 | 61 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 657 | 352 | 305 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 19 | 10 | 9 |
| Literate Population | 667 | 379 | 288 |
| Illiterate Population | 328 | 144 | 184 |
Nearby Villages of Haripur
Haripur 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 Haripur
Haripur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Haripur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Cooch Behar to Haripur is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Cooch Behar to Haripur is about 12.5 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 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 | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 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) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Haripur
Where is Haripur located?
Haripur village is located in Cooch Behar - II Subdivision, Cooch Behar district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Haripur?
The Gram Panchayat of Haripur is Madhupur.
What is the pincode of Haripur?
The pincode of Haripur is 736165.
What is the population of Haripur?
Haripur has a total population of 995, including 523 males and 472 females.
How many households are there in Haripur?
There are 242 households in Haripur.
What is the literacy rate in Haripur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Haripur is 67.04%. Male literacy is 72.47% and female literacy is 61.02%.