Haritha - Alinagar, Darbhanga
Haritha is a village situated in the Alinagar subdivision of Darbhanga district, Bihar. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Alinagar and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Darbhanga. Dhamura Dhamsain serves as the Gram Panchayat for Haritha village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Haritha is 227216. The village covers a total geographical area of 3 hectares and falls under the 847423 pincode. Benipur is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Haritha village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Haritha
According to the 2011 Census, Haritha village had a total population of 12,621 people, including 6,557 males and 6,064 females, living in 2,387 households. The sex ratio was 925 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 39.84%, with male literacy at 47.73% and female literacy at 31.18%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 689, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 3.
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 | 12,621 | 6,557 | 6,064 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 2,630 | 1,332 | 1,298 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 689 | 362 | 327 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 3,980 | 2,494 | 1,486 |
| Illiterate Population | 8,641 | 4,063 | 4,578 |
Nearby Villages of Haritha
Haritha 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 Haritha
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Haritha. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Haritha.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Benipur to Haritha is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Darbhanga to Haritha is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Haritha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Haritha village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Haritha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Haritha 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Haritha
Where is Haritha located?
Haritha village is located in Alinagar Subdivision, Darbhanga district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Haritha?
The Gram Panchayat of Haritha is Dhamura Dhamsain.
What is the pincode of Haritha?
The pincode of Haritha is 847423.
What is the population of Haritha?
Haritha had a total population of 12,621, including 6,557 males and 6,064 females.
How many households are there in Haritha?
Haritha had 2,387 households.
What is the literacy rate in Haritha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Haritha was 39.84%. Male literacy was 47.73% and female literacy was 31.18%.