Harkatwa - Gaunaha, Pashchim Champaran
Harkatwa is a village situated in the Gaunaha subdivision of Pashchim Champaran district, Bihar. It is located approximately 27 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gaunaha and around 74 km from the district headquarters in Bettiah. Rupwalia serves as the Gram Panchayat for Harkatwa village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Harkatwa is 216378. The village covers a total geographical area of 259 hectares and falls under the 845455 pincode. Narkatiyaganj is the nearest town, located about 27 km away.
Harkatwa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Harkatwa
As per Census 2011, Harkatwa village has a total population of 1,780 people, consisting of 943 males and 837 females. The village has 300 households and a sex ratio of 887 females per 1,000 males. There are 329 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 727 literate and 1,053 illiterate residents. Additionally, 42 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,328 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Harkatwa are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,780 | 943 | 837 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 329 | 176 | 153 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 42 | 21 | 21 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,328 | 709 | 619 |
| Literate Population | 727 | 474 | 253 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,053 | 469 | 584 |
Nearby Villages of Harkatwa
Harkatwa 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Dumri | South-West | 1.28 km |
| Rupaulia | South | 1.50 km |
| Maguraha | East | 1.90 km |
| Jamhauli | West | 2.23 km |
| Sarpharwa | West | 2.57 km |
| Semri | South-West | 2.66 km |
| Bajni | West | 3.09 km |
| Domat | East | 3.60 km |
| Rampurwa | South | 3.74 km |
| Pirari | West | 3.74 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Harkatwa
Harkatwa is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Gawnaha, while the nearest airport is Raxaul Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 40.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Narkatiyaganj to Harkatwa is about 27 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bettiah to Harkatwa is about 74 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 Harkatwa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Harkatwa 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Harkatwa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Harkatwa village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Harkatwa
Where is Harkatwa located?
Harkatwa village is located in Gaunaha Subdivision, Pashchim Champaran district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Harkatwa?
The Gram Panchayat of Harkatwa is Rupwalia.
What is the pincode of Harkatwa?
The pincode of Harkatwa is 845455.
What is the population of Harkatwa?
Harkatwa has a total population of 1,780, including 943 males and 837 females.
How many households are there in Harkatwa?
There are 300 households in Harkatwa.
What is the literacy rate in Harkatwa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Harkatwa is 40.84%. Male literacy is 50.27% and female literacy is 30.23%.