Haripur - Tehatta - I, Nadia
Haripur is a village situated in the Tehatta - I subdivision of Nadia district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 16.8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tehatta and around 83.9 km from the district headquarters in Krishnanagar. Chhitka serves as the Gram Panchayat for Haripur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Haripur is 321228. The village covers a total geographical area of 380.82 hectares and falls under the 741163 pincode. Krishnagar is the nearest town, located about 60 km away.
Haripur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Tehatta Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Krishnanagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Haripur
As per Census 2011, Haripur village has a total population of 4,564 people, consisting of 2,337 males and 2,227 females. The village has 1,047 households and a sex ratio of 952 females per 1,000 males. There are 425 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,987 literate and 1,577 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2,527 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 11 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Haripur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,564 | 2,337 | 2,227 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 425 | 202 | 223 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2,527 | 1,307 | 1,220 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 11 | 4 | 7 |
| Literate Population | 2,987 | 1,633 | 1,354 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,577 | 704 | 873 |
Nearby Villages of Haripur
Haripur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Chak Balarampur | North-East | 1.67 km |
| Chhitka | North | 2.07 km |
| Bahadurpur | West | 2.53 km |
| Balarampur | South-West | 2.74 km |
| Mobarakpur | East | 2.76 km |
| Betai | South-East | 3.05 km |
| Aztullanagar | North | 3.08 km |
| Bagadoba | North | 3.37 km |
| Mrigi | North-West | 3.40 km |
| Nazirpur | North-West | 3.79 km |
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 Pagla Chandi, while the nearest airport is Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 106.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Krishnagar to Haripur is about 60 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Krishnanagar to Haripur is about 83.9 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. 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 | Yes | Available within village |
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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Haripur
Where is Haripur located?
Haripur village is located in Tehatta - I Subdivision, Nadia district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Haripur?
The Gram Panchayat of Haripur is Chhitka.
What is the pincode of Haripur?
The pincode of Haripur is 741163.
What is the population of Haripur?
Haripur has a total population of 4,564, including 2,337 males and 2,227 females.
How many households are there in Haripur?
There are 1,047 households in Haripur.
What is the literacy rate in Haripur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Haripur is 65.45%. Male literacy is 69.88% and female literacy is 60.80%.