Haraha - Mohanpur, Gaya
Haraha is a village situated in the Mohanpur subdivision of Gaya district, Bihar. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mohanpur and around 32 km from the district headquarters in Gaya. Khardih serves as the Gram Panchayat for Haraha village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Haraha is 257114. The village covers a total geographical area of 36 hectares and falls under the 824232 pincode. Bodhgaya is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Haraha village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Haraha
According to the 2011 Census, Haraha village had a total population of 263 people, including 137 males and 126 females, living in 41 households. The sex ratio was 920 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 58.65%, with male literacy at 76.70% and female literacy at 40.95%.
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 | 263 | 137 | 126 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 55 | 34 | 21 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 122 | 79 | 43 |
| Illiterate Population | 141 | 58 | 83 |
Nearby Villages of Haraha
Haraha 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 Haraha
Public transport in the Haraha 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 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bodhgaya to Haraha is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Gaya to Haraha is about 32 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 Haraha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Haraha 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Haraha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Haraha 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Haraha
Where is Haraha located?
Haraha village is located in Mohanpur Subdivision, Gaya district, Bihar, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Haraha?
The Gram Panchayat of Haraha is Khardih.
What is the pincode of Haraha?
The pincode of Haraha is 824232.
What is the population of Haraha?
Haraha had a total population of 263, including 137 males and 126 females.
How many households are there in Haraha?
Haraha had 41 households.
What is the literacy rate in Haraha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Haraha was 58.65%. Male literacy was 76.70% and female literacy was 40.95%.