Harispur - Kalyani, Nadia
Harispur is a village situated in the Kalyani subdivision of Nadia district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 5.3 km from Chakdah and around 48.8 km from Krishnanagar. Simurali serves as the Gram Panchayat for Harispur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Harispur is 322209. The village covers a total geographical area of 82.68 hectares and falls under the 741248 pincode. Chakdaha is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Harispur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kalyani Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bangaon Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Harispur
As per Census 2011, Harispur village has a total population of 913 people, consisting of 484 males and 429 females. The village has 214 households and a sex ratio of 886 females per 1,000 males. There are 104 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 639 literate and 274 illiterate residents. Additionally, 66 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Harispur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 913 | 484 | 429 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 104 | 51 | 53 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 66 | 29 | 37 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | - | 2 |
| Literate Population | 639 | 374 | 265 |
| Illiterate Population | 274 | 110 | 164 |
Nearby Villages of Harispur
Harispur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Rameswarpur | West | 0.55 km |
| Narapati Para | East | 1.06 km |
| Jatrapur | North-East | 1.25 km |
| Anilia | South | 1.44 km |
| Uchitpur | West | 1.45 km |
| Teghara | South-West | 1.47 km |
| Ruppur | North-West | 1.68 km |
| Simurali (ct) | North | 1.75 km |
| Rautari | North-East | 1.89 km |
| Kautukpur | North-West | 2.31 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Harispur
Harispur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Simurali, while the nearest airport is Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 33.1 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 Chakdaha to Harispur is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Krishnanagar to Harispur is about 48.8 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Harispur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Harispur 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Harispur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Harispur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Harispur
Where is Harispur located?
Harispur village is located in Kalyani Subdivision, Nadia district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Harispur?
The Gram Panchayat of Harispur is Simurali.
What is the pincode of Harispur?
The pincode of Harispur is 741248.
What is the population of Harispur?
Harispur has a total population of 913, including 484 males and 429 females.
How many households are there in Harispur?
There are 214 households in Harispur.
What is the literacy rate in Harispur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Harispur is 69.99%. Male literacy is 77.27% and female literacy is 61.77%.