Harswar - Harlakhi, Madhubani
Harswar is a village situated in the Harlakhi subdivision of Madhubani district, Bihar. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Harlakhi and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Madhubani. Sisauni serves as the Gram Panchayat for Harswar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Harswar is 219879. The village covers a total geographical area of 267.1 hectares and falls under the 847308 pincode. Jainagar is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Harswar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Harswar
As per Census 2011, Harswar village has a total population of 3,585 people, consisting of 1,852 males and 1,733 females. The village has 714 households and a sex ratio of 935 females per 1,000 males. There are 649 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,911 literate and 1,674 illiterate residents. Additionally, 553 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Harswar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,585 | 1,852 | 1,733 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 649 | 338 | 311 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 553 | 295 | 258 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | - | 1 |
| Literate Population | 1,911 | 1,147 | 764 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,674 | 705 | 969 |
Nearby Villages of Harswar
Harswar is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Sukhbasi | East | 1.21 km |
| Sisauni | North-East | 2.07 km |
| Jhitki | South | 2.29 km |
| Kauaha Pahari | West | 2.51 km |
| Hisar | South-West | 2.58 km |
| Damu | South-East | 3.06 km |
| Kasera | South | 3.44 km |
| Hurrahi | North-West | 3.53 km |
| Chanan | South-East | 3.72 km |
| Bituhar | North | 4.17 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Harswar
Harswar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Jaynagar, while the nearest airport is Muzaffarpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 66.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jainagar to Harswar is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Madhubani to Harswar is about 40 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 Harswar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Harswar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Harswar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Harswar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Harswar
Where is Harswar located?
Harswar village is located in Harlakhi Subdivision, Madhubani district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Harswar?
The Gram Panchayat of Harswar is Sisauni.
What is the pincode of Harswar?
The pincode of Harswar is 847308.
What is the population of Harswar?
Harswar has a total population of 3,585, including 1,852 males and 1,733 females.
How many households are there in Harswar?
There are 714 households in Harswar.
What is the literacy rate in Harswar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Harswar is 53.31%. Male literacy is 61.93% and female literacy is 44.09%.