Harla - Pirpainti, Bhagalpur
Harla is a village situated in the Pirpainti subdivision of Bhagalpur district, Bihar. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pirpainti and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Bhagalpur. Rajgaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Harla village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Harla is 239056. The village covers a total geographical area of 92 hectares and falls under the 813209 pincode. Sahibganj (jharkhand) is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Harla village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Harla
According to the 2011 Census, Harla village had a total population of 762 people, including 393 males and 369 females, living in 165 households. The sex ratio was 939 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 71.86%, with male literacy at 79.82% and female literacy at 63.50%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 39, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 214.
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 | 762 | 393 | 369 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 94 | 51 | 43 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 39 | 19 | 20 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 214 | 113 | 101 |
| Literate Population | 480 | 273 | 207 |
| Illiterate Population | 282 | 120 | 162 |
Nearby Villages of Harla
Harla 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 Harla
Public transport in the Harla is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sahibganj (jharkhand) to Harla is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhagalpur to Harla is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Harla
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Harla village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Harla
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Harla village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Harla
Where is Harla located?
Harla village is located in Pirpainti Subdivision, Bhagalpur district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Harla?
The Gram Panchayat of Harla is Rajgaon.
What is the pincode of Harla?
The pincode of Harla is 813209.
What is the population of Harla?
Harla had a total population of 762, including 393 males and 369 females.
How many households are there in Harla?
Harla had 165 households.
What is the literacy rate in Harla?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Harla was 71.86%. Male literacy was 79.82% and female literacy was 63.50%.