Harishpur - Gosaba, South 24 Parganas
Harishpur is a village situated in the Gosaba subdivision of South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 22.2 km from Gosaba and around 84.1 km from Alipore. Kachukhali serves as the Gram Panchayat for Harishpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Harishpur is 335131. The village covers a total geographical area of 679.8 hectares and falls under the 743370 pincode. Canning is the nearest town, located about 76 km away.
Harishpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Harishpur
According to the 2011 Census, Harishpur village had a total population of 4,878 people, including 2,528 males and 2,350 females, living in 1,192 households. The sex ratio was 930 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 79.94%, with male literacy at 88.15% and female literacy at 70.96%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 3,777, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 514.
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 | 4,878 | 2,528 | 2,350 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 561 | 274 | 287 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 3,777 | 1,954 | 1,823 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 514 | 265 | 249 |
| Literate Population | 3,451 | 1,987 | 1,464 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,427 | 541 | 886 |
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
Harishpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| 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 | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Canning to Harishpur is about 76 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Alipore to Harishpur is about 84.1 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 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 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
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) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Harishpur
Where is Harishpur located?
Harishpur village is located in Gosaba Subdivision, South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Harishpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Harishpur is Kachukhali.
What is the pincode of Harishpur?
The pincode of Harishpur is 743370.
What is the population of Harishpur?
Harishpur had a total population of 4,878, including 2,528 males and 2,350 females.
How many households are there in Harishpur?
Harishpur had 1,192 households.
What is the literacy rate in Harishpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Harishpur was 79.94%. Male literacy was 88.15% and female literacy was 70.96%.