Hardia - Pupri, Sitamarhi
Hardia is a village situated in the Pupri subdivision of Sitamarhi district, Bihar. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pupri and around 31 km from the district headquarters in Sitamarhi. Hardiya serves as the Gram Panchayat for Hardia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Hardia is 219746. The village covers a total geographical area of 333.9 hectares and falls under the 843320 pincode. Janakpur Road is the nearest town, located about 3 km away.
Hardia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Hardia
According to the 2011 Census, Hardia village had a total population of 5,445 people, including 2,874 males and 2,571 females, living in 1,306 households. The sex ratio was 895 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 78.59%, with male literacy at 84.73% and female literacy at 71.71%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 253.
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 | 5,445 | 2,874 | 2,571 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 859 | 451 | 408 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 253 | 122 | 131 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 3,604 | 2,053 | 1,551 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,841 | 821 | 1,020 |
Nearby Villages of Hardia
Hardia is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Hardia
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Janakpur Road to Hardia is about 3 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sitamarhi to Hardia is about 31 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
FAQs about Hardia
Where is Hardia located?
Hardia village is located in Pupri Subdivision, Sitamarhi district, Bihar, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Hardia?
The Gram Panchayat of Hardia is Hardiya.
What is the pincode of Hardia?
The pincode of Hardia is 843320.
What is the population of Hardia?
Hardia had a total population of 5,445, including 2,874 males and 2,571 females.
How many households are there in Hardia?
Hardia had 1,306 households.
What is the literacy rate in Hardia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Hardia was 78.59%. Male literacy was 84.73% and female literacy was 71.71%.