Harla - Gidam, Dakshin Bastar Dantewada
Harla is a village situated in the Gidam tehsil of Dakshin Bastar Dantewada district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 19 km from the tehsil headquarters in Geedam and around 31 km from the district headquarters in Dantewada. Harla village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Harla is 450136. The village falls under the 494441 pincode. Bade Bacheli is the nearest town, located about 19 km away.
Harla village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dantewada Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bastar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Harla
According to the 2011 Census, Harla village had a total population of 346 people, including 170 males and 176 females, living in 72 households. The sex ratio was 1,035 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 34.27%, with male literacy at 43.26% and female literacy at 25.52%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 313.
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 | 346 | 170 | 176 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 60 | 29 | 31 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 313 | 156 | 157 |
| Literate Population | 98 | 61 | 37 |
| Illiterate Population | 248 | 109 | 139 |
Nearby Villages of Harla
Harla 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 Harla
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bade Bacheli to Harla is about 19 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Dantewada to Harla 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 Harla
Where is Harla located?
Harla village is located in Gidam Tehsil, Dakshin Bastar Dantewada district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Harla?
Harla is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Harla?
The pincode of Harla is 494441.
What is the population of Harla?
Harla had a total population of 346, including 170 males and 176 females.
How many households are there in Harla?
Harla had 72 households.
What is the literacy rate in Harla?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Harla was 34.27%. Male literacy was 43.26% and female literacy was 25.52%.