Harshadpur - Khambhalia, Devbhumi Dwarka
Harshadpur is a village situated in the Khambhalia taluka of Devbhumi Dwarka district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 5 km from Khambhalia and around 60 km from Jamnagar. Harshadpur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Harshadpur is 513517. The village covers a total geographical area of 2711.66 hectares and falls under the 361305 pincode. Khambhalia is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Harshadpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Khambhalia Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jamnagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Harshadpur
As per Census 2011, Harshadpur village has a total population of 10,288 people, consisting of 5,145 males and 5,143 females. The village has 1,935 households and a sex ratio of 999 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,449 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 6,481 literate and 3,807 illiterate residents. Additionally, 593 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 24 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Harshadpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 10,288 | 5,145 | 5,143 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,449 | 745 | 704 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 593 | 295 | 298 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 24 | 16 | 8 |
| Literate Population | 6,481 | 3,547 | 2,934 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,807 | 1,598 | 2,209 |
Nearby Villages of Harshadpur
Harshadpur 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 Harshadpur
Harshadpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. Harshadpur has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Khambhalia to Harshadpur is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jamnagar to Harshadpur is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Harshadpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Harshadpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Harshadpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Harshadpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Harshadpur
Where is Harshadpur located?
Harshadpur village is located in Khambhalia Taluka, Devbhumi Dwarka district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Harshadpur?
Harshadpur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Harshadpur?
The pincode of Harshadpur is 361305.
What is the population of Harshadpur?
Harshadpur has a total population of 10,288, including 5,145 males and 5,143 females.
How many households are there in Harshadpur?
There are 1,935 households in Harshadpur.
What is the literacy rate in Harshadpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Harshadpur is 63.00%. Male literacy is 68.94% and female literacy is 57.05%.