Harihara

Harihara is a village located in Chiraia subdivision of Purba Champaran district in Bihar, India. It is situated 8km away from sub-district headquarter Chiraia (tehsildar office) and 20km away from district headquarter Motihari. As per 2009 stats, Parewa is the gram panchayat of Harihara village.

Harihara has its own place in the vibrant Purba Champaran region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Harihara

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Harihara is 217897. The village spans a total geographical area of 187 hectares. Dhaka is nearest town to Harihara village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.

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Population of Harihara

Below is a concise population overview of Harihara as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 4,129 2,227 1,902
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 776 412 364
Scheduled Castes (SC) 812 438 374
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 1 1 N/A
Literate Population 1,732 1,081 651
Illiterate Population 2,397 1,146 1,251

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Harihara village:

  • The total population of Harihara village is around 4,129, including approximately 2,227 males and 1,902 females, with a sex ratio of 854 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 776 children aged 0–6 years in Harihara village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Harihara village has 812 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 1 person from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Harihara village is about 41.95%, with male literacy at 48.54% and female literacy at 34.23%.
  • There are around 935 households in Harihara village.

Connectivity of Harihara

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Harihara. As per the 2011 stats, Harihara had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Harihara

Knowing the nearby villages of Harihara helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Harihara.

Frequently Asked Questions about Harihara

Where is Harihara located?
Harihara village is situated in Chiraia Subdivision, within the Purba Champaran district of Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Harihara?
The Gram Panchayat of Harihara is Parewa (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Harihara as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Harihara is 4,129, with 2,227 males and 1,902 females.
How many households are there in Harihara as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Harihara village has a total of 935 households.
What is the literacy rate in Harihara as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Harihara is 41.95%. The male literacy rate is 48.54%, while the female literacy rate is 34.23%.