Haradula - Charama, Uttar Bastar Kanker
Haradula is a village situated in the Charama tehsil of Uttar Bastar Kanker district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Charama and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Kanker. Haradula village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Haradula is 447496. The village covers a total geographical area of 675.44 hectares and falls under the 494336 pincode. Charama is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Haradula village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bhanupratappur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kanker Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Haradula
According to the 2011 Census, Haradula village had a total population of 1,907 people, including 940 males and 967 females, living in 459 households. The sex ratio was 1,029 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 76.20%, with male literacy at 87.98% and female literacy at 64.78%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 191, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 428.
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 | 1,907 | 940 | 967 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 201 | 100 | 101 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 191 | 105 | 86 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 428 | 216 | 212 |
| Literate Population | 1,300 | 739 | 561 |
| Illiterate Population | 607 | 201 | 406 |
Nearby Villages of Haradula
Haradula 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kilepar | East | 1.79 km |
| Karaiha | North-West | 1.89 km |
| Nawagaon Saradhui | South-West | 2.66 km |
| Khartha | South | 3.24 km |
| Bhuigaon | South | 3.24 km |
| Tuaguhan | North-East | 3.46 km |
| Pandaripani | North-West | 3.53 km |
| Jepra | East | 3.77 km |
| Tahkapar | South-East | 4.12 km |
| Bhiraund | West | 4.15 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Haradula
Haradula is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Dhamtari, while the nearest airport is Raipur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 66.6 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 Charama to Haradula is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kanker to Haradula is about 40 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Haradula
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Haradula 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 Haradula
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Haradula village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Haradula
Where is Haradula located?
Haradula village is located in Charama Tehsil, Uttar Bastar Kanker district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Haradula?
Haradula is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Haradula?
The pincode of Haradula is 494336.
What is the population of Haradula?
Haradula had a total population of 1,907, including 940 males and 967 females.
How many households are there in Haradula?
Haradula had 459 households.
What is the literacy rate in Haradula?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Haradula was 76.20%. Male literacy was 87.98% and female literacy was 64.78%.