Hardaipur - Pakhanjur, Uttar Bastar Kanker
Hardaipur is a village situated in the Pakhanjur tehsil of Uttar Bastar Kanker district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pakhanjur and around 75 km from the district headquarters in Kanker. Hanker serves as the Gram Panchayat for Hardaipur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Hardaipur is 448205. The village covers a total geographical area of 297.26 hectares and falls under the 494776 pincode. Pakhanjur is the nearest town, located about 7 km away.
Hardaipur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Antagarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kanker Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Hardaipur
According to the 2011 Census, Hardaipur village had a total population of 1,086 people, including 556 males and 530 females, living in 214 households. The sex ratio was 953 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 69.93%, with male literacy at 77.73% and female literacy at 61.62%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 5.
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 | 1,086 | 556 | 530 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 145 | 71 | 74 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 5 | 3 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 658 | 377 | 281 |
| Illiterate Population | 428 | 179 | 249 |
Nearby Villages of Hardaipur
Hardaipur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Nawanareki | West | 0.98 km |
| Hanker | North | 1.79 km |
| Murjhar | North-West | 2.07 km |
| Yogendra Nagar | East | 2.29 km |
| Mayapur | South-West | 2.36 km |
| Ravindra Nagar | North-West | 2.41 km |
| Ramkrishanpur | South | 2.99 km |
| Kalyanpur | North-West | 3.43 km |
| Avadhpur | North | 3.43 km |
| Chandipur | East | 3.78 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Hardaipur
Hardaipur is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Dalli Rajhara, while the nearest airport is Gondia Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 129.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Pakhanjur to Hardaipur is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kanker to Hardaipur is about 75 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Hardaipur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Hardaipur 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Hardaipur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Hardaipur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Hardaipur
Where is Hardaipur located?
Hardaipur village is located in Pakhanjur Tehsil, Uttar Bastar Kanker district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Hardaipur?
The Gram Panchayat of Hardaipur is Hanker.
What is the pincode of Hardaipur?
The pincode of Hardaipur is 494776.
What is the population of Hardaipur?
Hardaipur had a total population of 1,086, including 556 males and 530 females.
How many households are there in Hardaipur?
Hardaipur had 214 households.
What is the literacy rate in Hardaipur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Hardaipur was 69.93%. Male literacy was 77.73% and female literacy was 61.62%.