Harwel
Harwel is a village located in Keskal tehsil of Bastar district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 17km away from sub-district headquarter Keskal (tehsildar office) and 143km away from district headquarter Jagdalpur. As per 2009 stats, Salebhat is the gram panchayat of Harwel village.
Harwel has its own place in the vibrant Bastar 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 Harwel
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Harwel is 448558. The village spans a total geographical area of 701 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 494334. Kanker is nearest town to Harwel village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 12km away.
Google Map of Harwel
Population of Harwel
Below is a concise population overview of Harwel as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 726 | 360 | 366 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 92 | 51 | 41 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 8 | 4 | 4 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 658 | 328 | 330 |
| Literate Population | 320 | 186 | 134 |
| Illiterate Population | 406 | 174 | 232 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Harwel village:
- The total population of Harwel village is around 726, including approximately 360 males and 366 females, with a sex ratio of 1016 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 92 children aged 0–6 years in Harwel village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Harwel village has 8 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 658 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Harwel village is about 44.08%, with male literacy at 51.67% and female literacy at 36.61%.
- There are around 166 households in Harwel village.
Connectivity of Harwel
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Harwel. As per the 2011 stats, Harwel had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Harwel
Knowing the nearby villages of Harwel helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Harwel.
Frequently Asked Questions about Harwel
- Where is Harwel located?
- Harwel village is situated in Keskal Tehsil, within the Bastar district of Chhattisgarh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Harwel?
- The Gram Panchayat of Harwel is Salebhat (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Harwel?
- The pincode of Harwel is 494334, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Harwel as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Harwel is 726, with 360 males and 366 females.
- How many households are there in Harwel as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Harwel village has a total of 166 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Harwel as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Harwel is 44.08%. The male literacy rate is 51.67%, while the female literacy rate is 36.61%.