Harihara - Chiraia, Purbi Champaran

Harihara is a village situated in the Chiraia subdivision of Purbi Champaran district, Bihar. It is located approximately 8 km from Chiraia and around 20 km from Motihari. Parewa serves as the Gram Panchayat for Harihara village.

As per Census 2011, the village code of Harihara is 217897. The village covers a total geographical area of 187 hectares and falls under the 845415 pincode. Dhaka is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.

Harihara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.

Population of Harihara

According to the 2011 Census, Harihara village had a total population of 4,129 people, including 2,227 males and 1,902 females, living in 935 households. The sex ratio was 854 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 51.66%, with male literacy at 59.56% and female literacy at 42.33%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 812, 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.

Nearby Villages of Harihara

Harihara 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:

Transport and Connectivity of Harihara

Harihara is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Motihari Court, while the nearest airport is Raxaul Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 37.4 km.

In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dhaka to Harihara is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Motihari to Harihara is about 20 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.

Banking and Postal Services in Harihara

Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Harihara village is detailed below:

Health Facilities in Harihara

Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Harihara village are given below:

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