Haridih - Baheri, Darbhanga
Haridih is a village situated in the Baheri subdivision of Darbhanga district, Bihar. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Baheri and around 32 km from the district headquarters in Darbhanga. Havidih North serves as the Gram Panchayat for Haridih village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Haridih is 227660. The village covers a total geographical area of 2868 hectares and falls under the 847202 pincode. Darbhanga is the nearest town, located about 32 km away.
Haridih village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Benipur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Darbhanga Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Haridih
According to the 2011 Census, Haridih village had a total population of 32,612 people, including 17,171 males and 15,441 females, living in 6,459 households. The sex ratio was 899 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 53.30%, with male literacy at 67.12% and female literacy at 37.78%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 3,409, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 15.
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 | 32,612 | 17,171 | 15,441 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 6,164 | 3,181 | 2,983 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 3,409 | 1,773 | 1,636 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 15 | 7 | 8 |
| Literate Population | 14,097 | 9,390 | 4,707 |
| Illiterate Population | 18,515 | 7,781 | 10,734 |
Nearby Villages of Haridih
Haridih 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 Haridih
Haridih is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Darbhanga to Haridih is about 32 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 Haridih
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Haridih village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Haridih
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Haridih village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Haridih
Where is Haridih located?
Haridih village is located in Baheri Subdivision, Darbhanga district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Haridih?
The Gram Panchayat of Haridih is Havidih North.
What is the pincode of Haridih?
The pincode of Haridih is 847202.
What is the population of Haridih?
Haridih had a total population of 32,612, including 17,171 males and 15,441 females.
How many households are there in Haridih?
Haridih had 6,459 households.
What is the literacy rate in Haridih?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Haridih was 53.30%. Male literacy was 67.12% and female literacy was 37.78%.