Harshankri - Madhepur, Madhubani
Harshankri is a village situated in the Madhepur subdivision of Madhubani district, Bihar. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Madhepur and around 75 km from the district headquarters in Madhubani. Darah serves as the Gram Panchayat for Harshankri village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Harshankri is 220918. The village covers a total geographical area of 58.2 hectares and falls under the 847402 pincode. Jhanjharpur is the nearest town, located about 31 km away.
Harshankri village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Phulparas Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jhanjharpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Harshankri
As per Census 2011, Harshankri village has a total population of 677 people, consisting of 353 males and 324 females. The village has 147 households and a sex ratio of 917 females per 1,000 males. There are 142 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 345 literate and 332 illiterate residents. Additionally, 201 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Harshankri are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 677 | 353 | 324 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 142 | 73 | 69 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 201 | 101 | 100 |
| Literate Population | 345 | 211 | 134 |
| Illiterate Population | 332 | 142 | 190 |
Nearby Villages of Harshankri
Harshankri 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 Harshankri
Public transport in the Harshankri is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Jhanjharpur to Harshankri is about 31 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Madhubani to Harshankri is about 75 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Harshankri
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Harshankri village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Harshankri
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Harshankri 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 Harshankri
Where is Harshankri located?
Harshankri village is located in Madhepur Subdivision, Madhubani district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Harshankri?
The Gram Panchayat of Harshankri is Darah.
What is the pincode of Harshankri?
The pincode of Harshankri is 847402.
What is the population of Harshankri?
Harshankri has a total population of 677, including 353 males and 324 females.
How many households are there in Harshankri?
There are 147 households in Harshankri.
What is the literacy rate in Harshankri?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Harshankri is 50.96%. Male literacy is 59.77% and female literacy is 41.36%.