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 Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Harauli
According to the 2011 Census, Harauli village had a total population of 2,512 people, including 1,333 males and 1,179 females, living in 351 households. The sex ratio was 884 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 50.20%, with male literacy at 64.20% and female literacy at 33.69%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 583, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| 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 | 0 | 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 had a total population of 2,512, including 1,333 males and 1,179 females.
How many households are there in Harauli?
Harauli had 351 households.
What is the literacy rate in Harauli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Harauli was 50.20%. Male literacy was 64.20% and female literacy was 33.69%.