Hardechak - Pirpainti, Bhagalpur
Hardechak is a village situated in the Pirpainti subdivision of Bhagalpur district, Bihar. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pirpainti and around 51 km from the district headquarters in Bhagalpur. Hardev Chak serves as the Gram Panchayat for Hardechak village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Hardechak is 239068. The village covers a total geographical area of 426 hectares and falls under the 813206 pincode. Colgong is the nearest town, located about 21 km away.
Hardechak village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pirpainti Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhagalpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Hardechak
As per Census 2011, Hardechak village has a total population of 2,663 people, consisting of 1,442 males and 1,221 females. The village has 450 households and a sex ratio of 846 females per 1,000 males. There are 429 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,596 literate and 1,067 illiterate residents. Additionally, 104 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 346 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Hardechak are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,663 | 1,442 | 1,221 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 429 | 230 | 199 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 104 | 59 | 45 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 346 | 193 | 153 |
| Literate Population | 1,596 | 950 | 646 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,067 | 492 | 575 |
Nearby Villages of Hardechak
Hardechak 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 Hardechak
Public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the Hardechak. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Hardechak.
| 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 | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Colgong to Hardechak is about 21 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhagalpur to Hardechak is about 51 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Hardechak
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Hardechak village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Hardechak
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Hardechak village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Hardechak
Where is Hardechak located?
Hardechak village is located in Pirpainti Subdivision, Bhagalpur district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Hardechak?
The Gram Panchayat of Hardechak is Hardev Chak.
What is the pincode of Hardechak?
The pincode of Hardechak is 813206.
What is the population of Hardechak?
Hardechak has a total population of 2,663, including 1,442 males and 1,221 females.
How many households are there in Hardechak?
There are 450 households in Hardechak.
What is the literacy rate in Hardechak?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Hardechak is 59.93%. Male literacy is 65.88% and female literacy is 52.91%.