Harmadiya - Gir Gadhda, Gir Somnath
Harmadiya is a village situated in the Gir Gadhda taluka of Gir Somnath district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 22 km from Kodinar and around 145 km from Junagadh. Harmadiya village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Harmadiya is 515103. The village covers a total geographical area of 2597.17 hectares and falls under the 362720 pincode. Kodinar is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Harmadiya village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kodinar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Junagadh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Harmadiya
As per Census 2011, Harmadiya village has a total population of 6,439 people, consisting of 3,265 males and 3,174 females. The village has 1,167 households and a sex ratio of 972 females per 1,000 males. There are 812 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,662 literate and 2,777 illiterate residents. Additionally, 300 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 15 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Harmadiya are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,439 | 3,265 | 3,174 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 812 | 428 | 384 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 300 | 143 | 157 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 15 | 7 | 8 |
| Literate Population | 3,662 | 2,122 | 1,540 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,777 | 1,143 | 1,634 |
Transport and Connectivity of Harmadiya
Harmadiya is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. Harmadiya has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Kodinar to Harmadiya is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Junagadh to Harmadiya is about 145 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Harmadiya
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Harmadiya village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Harmadiya
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Harmadiya 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 Harmadiya
Where is Harmadiya located?
Harmadiya village is located in Gir Gadhda Taluka, Gir Somnath district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Harmadiya?
Harmadiya is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Harmadiya?
The pincode of Harmadiya is 362720.
What is the population of Harmadiya?
Harmadiya has a total population of 6,439, including 3,265 males and 3,174 females.
How many households are there in Harmadiya?
There are 1,167 households in Harmadiya.
What is the literacy rate in Harmadiya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Harmadiya is 56.87%. Male literacy is 64.99% and female literacy is 48.52%.