Hariharpur - Pakhanjur, Uttar Bastar Kanker
Hariharpur is a village situated in the Pakhanjur tehsil of Uttar Bastar Kanker district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 0.3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pakhanjur and around 122 km from the district headquarters in Kanker. Hariharpur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Hariharpur is 448291. The village covers a total geographical area of 299.32 hectares and falls under the 494776 pincode. Pakhanjur is the nearest town, located about 138 km away.
Hariharpur 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 Hariharpur
According to the 2011 Census, Hariharpur village had a total population of 1,008 people, including 542 males and 466 females, living in 216 households. The sex ratio was 860 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.91%, with male literacy at 82.60% and female literacy at 65.98%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 6.
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 | 1,008 | 542 | 466 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 163 | 88 | 75 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 6 | 3 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 633 | 375 | 258 |
| Illiterate Population | 375 | 167 | 208 |
Nearby Villages of Hariharpur
Hariharpur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Matoli | South-West | 1.14 km |
| Chanakyapuri | North-East | 2.01 km |
| Satyanand Nagar | South-East | 2.02 km |
| Yogendra Nagar | West | 2.34 km |
| Harangarh | East | 2.55 km |
| Chandipur | North | 2.74 km |
| Ratanpur | North-East | 3.25 km |
| Bharatpur | North | 3.42 km |
| Krishna Nagar | East | 4.01 km |
| Shri Nagar | East | 4.07 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Hariharpur
Hariharpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Dalli Rajhara, while the nearest airport is Gondia Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 131.7 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 Pakhanjur to Hariharpur is about 138 km, with a usual travel time of around ~3.9 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Kanker to Hariharpur is about 122 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Hariharpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Hariharpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Hariharpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Hariharpur 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Hariharpur
Where is Hariharpur located?
Hariharpur village is located in Pakhanjur Tehsil, Uttar Bastar Kanker district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Hariharpur?
Hariharpur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Hariharpur?
The pincode of Hariharpur is 494776.
What is the population of Hariharpur?
Hariharpur had a total population of 1,008, including 542 males and 466 females.
How many households are there in Hariharpur?
Hariharpur had 216 households.
What is the literacy rate in Hariharpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Hariharpur was 74.91%. Male literacy was 82.60% and female literacy was 65.98%.