Haruadanga - Dighalbank, Kishanganj
Haruadanga is a village situated in the Dighalbank subdivision of Kishanganj district, Bihar. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dighalbank and around 46 km from the district headquarters in Kishanganj. Satkauwa serves as the Gram Panchayat for Haruadanga village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Haruadanga is 222308. The village covers a total geographical area of 23 hectares and falls under the 855101 pincode. Bahadurganj is the nearest town, located about 17 km away.
Haruadanga village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Thakurganj Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kishanganj Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Haruadanga
According to the 2011 Census, Haruadanga village had a total population of 260 people, including 136 males and 124 females, living in 59 households. The sex ratio was 912 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 71.86%, with male literacy at 89.22% and female literacy at 53.61%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 126.
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 | 260 | 136 | 124 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 61 | 34 | 27 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 126 | 63 | 63 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 143 | 91 | 52 |
| Illiterate Population | 117 | 45 | 72 |
Nearby Villages of Haruadanga
Haruadanga 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 Haruadanga
Haruadanga is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. Haruadanga has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bahadurganj to Haruadanga is about 17 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kishanganj to Haruadanga is about 46 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 Haruadanga
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Haruadanga village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Haruadanga
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Haruadanga 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) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Haruadanga
Where is Haruadanga located?
Haruadanga village is located in Dighalbank Subdivision, Kishanganj district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Haruadanga?
The Gram Panchayat of Haruadanga is Satkauwa.
What is the pincode of Haruadanga?
The pincode of Haruadanga is 855101.
What is the population of Haruadanga?
Haruadanga had a total population of 260, including 136 males and 124 females.
How many households are there in Haruadanga?
Haruadanga had 59 households.
What is the literacy rate in Haruadanga?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Haruadanga was 71.86%. Male literacy was 89.22% and female literacy was 53.61%.