Haripur - Namkhana, South 24 Parganas
Haripur is a village situated in the Namkhana subdivision of South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 16.4 km from Namkhana and around 109 km from Alipore. Haripur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Haripur is 335311. The village covers a total geographical area of 1409.96 hectares and falls under the 743357 pincode. Kakdwip is the nearest town, located about 28 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 Sagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mathurapur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Haripur
According to the 2011 Census, Haripur village had a total population of 7,842 people, including 4,031 males and 3,811 females, living in 1,824 households. The sex ratio was 945 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 87.58%, with male literacy at 93.60% and female literacy at 81.30%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 2,166, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 31.
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 | 7,842 | 4,031 | 3,811 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 899 | 484 | 415 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2,166 | 1,086 | 1,080 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 31 | 14 | 17 |
| Literate Population | 6,081 | 3,320 | 2,761 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,761 | 711 | 1,050 |
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
Haripur 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 Kakdwip to Haripur is about 28 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Alipore to Haripur is about 109 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.1 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 >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >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) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Haripur
Where is Haripur located?
Haripur village is located in Namkhana Subdivision, South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Haripur?
Haripur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Haripur?
The pincode of Haripur is 743357.
What is the population of Haripur?
Haripur had a total population of 7,842, including 4,031 males and 3,811 females.
How many households are there in Haripur?
Haripur had 1,824 households.
What is the literacy rate in Haripur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Haripur was 87.58%. Male literacy was 93.60% and female literacy was 81.30%.