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
As per Census 2011, Haruadanga village has a total population of 260 people, consisting of 136 males and 124 females. The village has 59 households and a sex ratio of 911 females per 1,000 males. There are 61 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 143 literate and 117 illiterate residents. Additionally, 126 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Haruadanga are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 260 | 136 | 124 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 61 | 34 | 27 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 126 | 63 | 63 |
| 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 has a total population of 260, including 136 males and 124 females.
How many households are there in Haruadanga?
There are 59 households in Haruadanga.
What is the literacy rate in Haruadanga?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Haruadanga is 55.00%. Male literacy is 66.91% and female literacy is 41.94%.