Hardi - Lavan, Balodabazar-Bhatapara
Hardi is a village situated in the Lavan tehsil of Balodabazar-Bhatapara district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 27 km from Baloda Bazar and around 111 km from Raipur. Hardi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Hardi is 443834. The village covers a total geographical area of 376.49 hectares and falls under the 493526 pincode. Baloda Bazar is the nearest town, located about 27 km away.
Hardi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kasdol Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Janjgir Champa Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Hardi
As per Census 2011, Hardi village has a total population of 1,783 people, consisting of 846 males and 937 females. The village has 309 households and a sex ratio of 1,107 females per 1,000 males. There are 324 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 893 literate and 890 illiterate residents. Additionally, 5 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 4 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Hardi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,783 | 846 | 937 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 324 | 145 | 179 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 5 | 2 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 3 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 893 | 544 | 349 |
| Illiterate Population | 890 | 302 | 588 |
Nearby Villages of Hardi
Hardi 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 Hardi
Hardi is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Baloda Bazar to Hardi is about 27 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Raipur to Hardi is about 111 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Hardi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Hardi 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Hardi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Hardi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Hardi
Where is Hardi located?
Hardi village is located in Lavan Tehsil, Balodabazar-Bhatapara district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Hardi?
Hardi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Hardi?
The pincode of Hardi is 493526.
What is the population of Hardi?
Hardi has a total population of 1,783, including 846 males and 937 females.
How many households are there in Hardi?
There are 309 households in Hardi.
What is the literacy rate in Hardi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Hardi is 50.08%. Male literacy is 64.30% and female literacy is 37.25%.