Harisankarpur - Jalangi, Murshidabad
Harisankarpur is a village situated in the Jalangi subdivision of Murshidabad district, West Bengal. Sadikhanderah serves as the Gram Panchayat for Harisankarpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Harisankarpur is 314635. The village covers a total geographical area of 24.3 hectares and falls under the 742303 pincode. Berhampore is the nearest town, located about 43 km away.
Harisankarpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Harisankarpur
According to the 2011 Census, Harisankarpur village had a total population of 1,784 people, including 902 males and 882 females, living in 424 households. The sex ratio was 978 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 65.21%, with male literacy at 66.37% and female literacy at 64.01%.
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 | 1,784 | 902 | 882 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 226 | 108 | 118 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,016 | 527 | 489 |
| Illiterate Population | 768 | 375 | 393 |
Nearby Villages of Harisankarpur
Harisankarpur 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 Harisankarpur
Harisankarpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Berhampore to Harisankarpur is about 43 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Harisankarpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Harisankarpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Harisankarpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Harisankarpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Harisankarpur
Where is Harisankarpur located?
Harisankarpur village is located in Jalangi Subdivision, Murshidabad district, West Bengal, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Harisankarpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Harisankarpur is Sadikhanderah.
What is the pincode of Harisankarpur?
The pincode of Harisankarpur is 742303.
What is the population of Harisankarpur?
Harisankarpur had a total population of 1,784, including 902 males and 882 females.
How many households are there in Harisankarpur?
Harisankarpur had 424 households.
What is the literacy rate in Harisankarpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Harisankarpur was 65.21%. Male literacy was 66.37% and female literacy was 64.01%.