Hartora - Rajaun, Banka
Hartora is a village situated in the Rajaun subdivision of Banka district, Bihar. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Rajaun and around 26 km from the district headquarters in Banka. Sakahara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Hartora village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Hartora is 240839. The village covers a total geographical area of 49 hectares and falls under the 813107 pincode. Banka is the nearest town, located about 26 km away.
Hartora village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Hartora
According to the 2011 Census, Hartora village had a total population of 634 people, including 333 males and 301 females, living in 108 households. The sex ratio was 904 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 66.02%, with male literacy at 79.25% and female literacy at 51.82%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 151.
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 | 634 | 333 | 301 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 122 | 68 | 54 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 151 | 81 | 70 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 338 | 210 | 128 |
| Illiterate Population | 296 | 123 | 173 |
Nearby Villages of Hartora
Hartora 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 Hartora
Hartora is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Hartora.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Banka to Hartora is about 26 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Hartora
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Hartora village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Hartora
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Hartora 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Hartora
Where is Hartora located?
Hartora village is located in Rajaun Subdivision, Banka district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Hartora?
The Gram Panchayat of Hartora is Sakahara.
What is the pincode of Hartora?
The pincode of Hartora is 813107.
What is the population of Hartora?
Hartora had a total population of 634, including 333 males and 301 females.
How many households are there in Hartora?
Hartora had 108 households.
What is the literacy rate in Hartora?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Hartora was 66.02%. Male literacy was 79.25% and female literacy was 51.82%.