Haripur
Haripur is a village located in Namkhana subdivision of South Twenty Four Parganas district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 16.4km away from sub-district headquarter Namkhana (tehsildar office) and 109km away from district headquarter Alipore. As per 2009 stats, Haripur village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Haripur unique in its vibrant Namkhana-South Twenty Four Parganas region. You’ll see Haripur’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Haripur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Haripur is 335311. The village spans a total geographical area of 1409.96 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 743357. Kakdwip is nearest town to Haripur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 28km away.
When it comes to local governance, Haripur village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Sagar Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Mathurapur Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Haripur
Population of Haripur
According to the 2011 Census, Haripur has a total population of about 7,842, with approximately 4,031 males and 3,811 females. The sex ratio is around 945 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 899 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 2,166 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 31. The overall literacy rate is approximately 77.54%, with male literacy at about 82.36% and female literacy near 72.45%. There are around 1,824 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Haripur's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | 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 |
Connectivity of Haripur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Haripur. As per the 2011 stats, Haripur had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Haripur
Knowing the nearby villages of Haripur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Haripur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Haripur
- Where is Haripur located?
- Haripur village is situated in Namkhana Subdivision, within the South Twenty Four Parganas district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Haripur?
- Haripur serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Haripur?
- The pincode of Haripur is 743357, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Haripur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Haripur is 7,842, with 4,031 males and 3,811 females.
- How many households are there in Haripur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Haripur village has a total of 1,824 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Haripur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Haripur is 77.54%. The male literacy rate is 82.36%, while the female literacy rate is 72.45%.