Harapur - Amdanga, North 24 Parganas
Harapur is a village situated in the Amdanga subdivision of North 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 14.7 km from Amdanga and around 24.4 km from Barasat. Maricha serves as the Gram Panchayat for Harapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Harapur is 322989. The village covers a total geographical area of 66.22 hectares and falls under the 700125 pincode. Kachrapara is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Harapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Harapur
According to the 2011 Census, Harapur village had a total population of 1,969 people, including 1,026 males and 943 females, living in 412 households. The sex ratio was 919 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 82.90%, with male literacy at 85.98% and female literacy at 79.54%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 3.
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 | 1,969 | 1,026 | 943 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 244 | 127 | 117 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,430 | 773 | 657 |
| Illiterate Population | 539 | 253 | 286 |
Nearby Villages of Harapur
Harapur 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 Harapur
Harapur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Harapur.
| 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 | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kachrapara to Harapur is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Barasat to Harapur is about 24.4 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 Harapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Harapur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Harapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Harapur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Harapur
Where is Harapur located?
Harapur village is located in Amdanga Subdivision, North 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Harapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Harapur is Maricha.
What is the pincode of Harapur?
The pincode of Harapur is 700125.
What is the population of Harapur?
Harapur had a total population of 1,969, including 1,026 males and 943 females.
How many households are there in Harapur?
Harapur had 412 households.
What is the literacy rate in Harapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Harapur was 82.90%. Male literacy was 85.98% and female literacy was 79.54%.