Harna - Obra, Aurangabad
Harna is a village situated in the Obra subdivision of Aurangabad district, Bihar. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Obra and around 25 km from the district headquarters in Aurangabad. Dihri serves as the Gram Panchayat for Harna village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Harna is 253306. The village covers a total geographical area of 238 hectares and falls under the 824124 pincode. Aurangabad is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Harna village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Obra Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Karakat Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Harna
As per Census 2011, Harna village has a total population of 1,502 people, consisting of 743 males and 759 females. The village has 256 households and a sex ratio of 1,021 females per 1,000 males. There are 252 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 938 literate and 564 illiterate residents. Additionally, 276 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Harna are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,502 | 743 | 759 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 252 | 128 | 124 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 276 | 129 | 147 |
| Literate Population | 938 | 524 | 414 |
| Illiterate Population | 564 | 219 | 345 |
Nearby Villages of Harna
Harna is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Mastalichak | South-East | 1.02 km |
| Noawan | North-West | 1.21 km |
| Gamhariya | West | 1.42 km |
| Ub | East | 1.78 km |
| Gauharpur | South | 1.87 km |
| Mahdi | North-West | 1.94 km |
| Kurmain | South-West | 2.22 km |
| Deokali | North | 2.24 km |
| Gauri | West | 2.31 km |
| Sadikpur | South-East | 2.78 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Harna
Harna is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Anugraha Narayan Road, while the nearest airport is Muzaffarpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 132.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Aurangabad to Harna is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Harna
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Harna 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Harna
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Harna village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Harna
Where is Harna located?
Harna village is located in Obra Subdivision, Aurangabad district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Harna?
The Gram Panchayat of Harna is Dihri.
What is the pincode of Harna?
The pincode of Harna is 824124.
What is the population of Harna?
Harna has a total population of 1,502, including 743 males and 759 females.
How many households are there in Harna?
There are 256 households in Harna.
What is the literacy rate in Harna?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Harna is 62.45%. Male literacy is 70.52% and female literacy is 54.55%.