Harbans Mal - Sultanganj, Bhagalpur
Harbans Mal is a village situated in the Sultanganj subdivision of Bhagalpur district, Bihar. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sultanganj and around 36 km from the district headquarters in Bhagalpur. Bhirkhurd serves as the Gram Panchayat for Harbans Mal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Harbans Mal is 239643. The village covers a total geographical area of 186 hectares and falls under the 813213 pincode. Sultanganj is the nearest town, located about 6 km away.
Harbans Mal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Harbans Mal
As per Census 2011, Harbans Mal village has a total population of 390 people, consisting of 204 males and 186 females. The village has 77 households and a sex ratio of 911 females per 1,000 males. There are 84 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 72 literate and 318 illiterate residents. Additionally, 158 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Harbans Mal are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 390 | 204 | 186 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 84 | 44 | 40 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 158 | 87 | 71 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 2 | - |
| Literate Population | 72 | 51 | 21 |
| Illiterate Population | 318 | 153 | 165 |
Nearby Villages of Harbans Mal
Harbans Mal 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 Harbans Mal
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Harbans Mal. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Harbans Mal.
| 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 >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sultanganj to Harbans Mal is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhagalpur to Harbans Mal is about 36 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Harbans Mal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Harbans Mal 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Harbans Mal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Harbans Mal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Harbans Mal
Where is Harbans Mal located?
Harbans Mal village is located in Sultanganj Subdivision, Bhagalpur district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Harbans Mal?
The Gram Panchayat of Harbans Mal is Bhirkhurd.
What is the pincode of Harbans Mal?
The pincode of Harbans Mal is 813213.
What is the population of Harbans Mal?
Harbans Mal has a total population of 390, including 204 males and 186 females.
How many households are there in Harbans Mal?
There are 77 households in Harbans Mal.
What is the literacy rate in Harbans Mal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Harbans Mal is 18.46%. Male literacy is 25.00% and female literacy is 11.29%.