Harigadh - Danta, Banas Kantha
Harigadh is a village situated in the Danta taluka of Banas Kantha district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Danta and around 32 km from the district headquarters in Palanpur. Motasada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Harigadh village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Harigadh is 507937. The village covers a total geographical area of 110.25 hectares and falls under the 385120 pincode. Palanpur is the nearest town, located about 32 km away.
Harigadh village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Danta Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Banaskantha Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Harigadh
According to the 2011 Census, Harigadh village had a total population of 476 people, including 235 males and 241 females, living in 100 households. The sex ratio was 1,026 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.79%, with male literacy at 86.80% and female literacy at 55.56%.
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 | 476 | 235 | 241 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 72 | 38 | 34 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 286 | 171 | 115 |
| Illiterate Population | 190 | 64 | 126 |
Nearby Villages of Harigadh
Harigadh 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 Harigadh
Public transport in the Harigadh is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Palanpur to Harigadh is about 32 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Harigadh
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Harigadh village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Harigadh
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Harigadh 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 Harigadh
Where is Harigadh located?
Harigadh village is located in Danta Taluka, Banas Kantha district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Harigadh?
The Gram Panchayat of Harigadh is Motasada.
What is the pincode of Harigadh?
The pincode of Harigadh is 385120.
What is the population of Harigadh?
Harigadh had a total population of 476, including 235 males and 241 females.
How many households are there in Harigadh?
Harigadh had 100 households.
What is the literacy rate in Harigadh?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Harigadh was 70.79%. Male literacy was 86.80% and female literacy was 55.56%.