Harishpur - Ranaghat - II, Nadia
Harishpur is a village situated in the Ranaghat - II subdivision of Nadia district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 20.9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Nokari and around 41.8 km from the district headquarters in Krishnanagar. Kamalpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Harishpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Harishpur is 322116. The village covers a total geographical area of 45.05 hectares and falls under the 741253 pincode. Ranaghat is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Harishpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Ranaghat Uttar Purba Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ranaghat Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Harishpur
According to the 2011 Census, Harishpur village had a total population of 1,084 people, including 550 males and 534 females, living in 245 households. The sex ratio was 971 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 79.69%, with male literacy at 86.23% and female literacy at 72.82%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 644, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 9.
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 | 1,084 | 550 | 534 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 119 | 56 | 63 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 644 | 325 | 319 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 9 | 6 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 769 | 426 | 343 |
| Illiterate Population | 315 | 124 | 191 |
Nearby Villages of Harishpur
Harishpur 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 Harishpur
Public transport in the Harishpur is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Harishpur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ranaghat to Harishpur is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Krishnanagar to Harishpur is about 41.8 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Harishpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Harishpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Harishpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Harishpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Harishpur
Where is Harishpur located?
Harishpur village is located in Ranaghat - II Subdivision, Nadia district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Harishpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Harishpur is Kamalpur.
What is the pincode of Harishpur?
The pincode of Harishpur is 741253.
What is the population of Harishpur?
Harishpur had a total population of 1,084, including 550 males and 534 females.
How many households are there in Harishpur?
Harishpur had 245 households.
What is the literacy rate in Harishpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Harishpur was 79.69%. Male literacy was 86.23% and female literacy was 72.82%.