Harauli - Belchhi, Patna
Harauli is a village situated in the Belchhi subdivision of Patna district, Bihar. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Belchhi and around 85 km from the district headquarters in Patna. Fatehpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Harauli village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Harauli is 246371. The village covers a total geographical area of 235 hectares and falls under the 803211 pincode. Barh is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Harauli village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Harauli
As per Census 2011, Harauli village has a total population of 2,512 people, consisting of 1,333 males and 1,179 females. The village has 351 households and a sex ratio of 884 females per 1,000 males. There are 488 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,016 literate and 1,496 illiterate residents. Additionally, 583 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Harauli are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,512 | 1,333 | 1,179 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 488 | 238 | 250 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 583 | 303 | 280 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | - | 1 |
| Literate Population | 1,016 | 703 | 313 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,496 | 630 | 866 |
Nearby Villages of Harauli
Harauli 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Asawan | North-West | 1.45 km |
| Mankaura | East | 1.46 km |
| Mohammadpur Nawa Bigha | South-East | 1.53 km |
| Burhanpur | North-East | 1.77 km |
| Sawani | South-West | 1.87 km |
| Thamhawan | West | 1.91 km |
| Bazidpur | South-West | 2.29 km |
| Phulelpur | North-West | 2.30 km |
| Sikandra | South | 2.36 km |
| Itawa | East | 2.55 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Harauli
Harauli is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Athmal Gola, while the nearest airport is Muzaffarpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 69.2 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 Barh to Harauli is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Patna to Harauli is about 85 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Harauli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Harauli 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 Harauli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Harauli village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Harauli
Where is Harauli located?
Harauli village is located in Belchhi Subdivision, Patna district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Harauli?
The Gram Panchayat of Harauli is Fatehpur.
What is the pincode of Harauli?
The pincode of Harauli is 803211.
What is the population of Harauli?
Harauli has a total population of 2,512, including 1,333 males and 1,179 females.
How many households are there in Harauli?
There are 351 households in Harauli.
What is the literacy rate in Harauli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Harauli is 40.45%. Male literacy is 52.74% and female literacy is 26.55%.