Haripur - Potashpur - II, Purba Medinipur
Haripur is a village situated in the Potashpur - II subdivision of Purba Medinipur district, West Bengal. Argoal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Haripur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Haripur is 345141. The village covers a total geographical area of 56.46 hectares and falls under the 721456 pincode. Egra is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Haripur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bhagabanpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kanthi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Haripur
According to the 2011 Census, Haripur village had a total population of 653 people, including 329 males and 324 females, living in 141 households. The sex ratio was 985 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 91.53%, with male literacy at 97.92% and female literacy at 84.95%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 433, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 2.
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 | 653 | 329 | 324 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 86 | 41 | 45 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 433 | 220 | 213 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 519 | 282 | 237 |
| Illiterate Population | 134 | 47 | 87 |
Nearby Villages of Haripur
Haripur 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 Haripur
Public transport in the Haripur is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Egra to Haripur is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. 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 | No | Available within 5-10 km |
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) | 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 Haripur
Where is Haripur located?
Haripur village is located in Potashpur - II Subdivision, Purba Medinipur district, West Bengal, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Haripur?
The Gram Panchayat of Haripur is Argoal.
What is the pincode of Haripur?
The pincode of Haripur is 721456.
What is the population of Haripur?
Haripur had a total population of 653, including 329 males and 324 females.
How many households are there in Haripur?
Haripur had 141 households.
What is the literacy rate in Haripur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Haripur was 91.53%. Male literacy was 97.92% and female literacy was 84.95%.