Harbel - Orchha, Narayanpur
Harbel is a village situated in the Orchha tehsil of Narayanpur district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 35 km from the tehsil headquarters in Orchha and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Narayanpur. Jatloor serves as the Gram Panchayat for Harbel village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Harbel is 449976. The village falls under the 494661 pincode. Narayanpur is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Harbel village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Narayanpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bastar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Harbel
According to the 2011 Census, Harbel village had a total population of 207 people, including 104 males and 103 females, living in 41 households. The sex ratio was 990 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 19.59%, with male literacy at 22.39% and female literacy at 17.28%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 207.
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 | 207 | 104 | 103 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 59 | 37 | 22 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 207 | 104 | 103 |
| Literate Population | 29 | 15 | 14 |
| Illiterate Population | 178 | 89 | 89 |
Nearby Villages of Harbel
Harbel 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 Harbel
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Harbel.
| 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 Narayanpur to Harbel is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Narayanpur to Harbel is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Harbel
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Harbel village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Harbel
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Harbel village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Harbel
Where is Harbel located?
Harbel village is located in Orchha Tehsil, Narayanpur district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Harbel?
The Gram Panchayat of Harbel is Jatloor.
What is the pincode of Harbel?
The pincode of Harbel is 494661.
What is the population of Harbel?
Harbel had a total population of 207, including 104 males and 103 females.
How many households are there in Harbel?
Harbel had 41 households.
What is the literacy rate in Harbel?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Harbel was 19.59%. Male literacy was 22.39% and female literacy was 17.28%.