Harramar - Mainpat, Surguja
Harramar is a village situated in the Mainpat tehsil of Surguja district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 50 km from the tehsil headquarters in Narbadapur and around 83 km from the district headquarters in Ambikapur. Harramar village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Harramar is 433580. The village covers a total geographical area of 625.86 hectares and falls under the 497001 pincode. Sitapur is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Harramar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sitapur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Surguja Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Harramar
As per Census 2011, Harramar village has a total population of 1,556 people, consisting of 779 males and 777 females. The village has 314 households and a sex ratio of 997 females per 1,000 males. There are 317 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 566 literate and 990 illiterate residents. Additionally, 73 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,370 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Harramar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,556 | 779 | 777 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 317 | 148 | 169 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 73 | 33 | 40 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,370 | 682 | 688 |
| Literate Population | 566 | 363 | 203 |
| Illiterate Population | 990 | 416 | 574 |
Nearby Villages of Harramar
Harramar is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Jamdhodhi | North | 1.93 km |
| Lipti | South-West | 2.01 km |
| Golabuda | South | 3.00 km |
| Jamkani | North-West | 3.26 km |
| Talgaon | West | 3.31 km |
| Dangbuda | North-East | 4.38 km |
| Alola | West | 4.43 km |
| Sakalo | North-West | 4.43 km |
| Kotchhal | North | 5.26 km |
| Indkalo | North-West | 5.92 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Harramar
Harramar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Ambikapur, while the nearest airport is Jharsuguda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 85.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sitapur to Harramar is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Ambikapur to Harramar is about 83 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Harramar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Harramar 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 Harramar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Harramar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Harramar
Where is Harramar located?
Harramar village is located in Mainpat Tehsil, Surguja district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Harramar?
Harramar is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Harramar?
The pincode of Harramar is 497001.
What is the population of Harramar?
Harramar has a total population of 1,556, including 779 males and 777 females.
How many households are there in Harramar?
There are 314 households in Harramar.
What is the literacy rate in Harramar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Harramar is 36.38%. Male literacy is 46.60% and female literacy is 26.13%.