Harangam - Chikhli, Navsari
Harangam is a village situated in the Chikhli taluka of Navsari district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chikhli and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Navsari. Harangam village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Harangam is 523067. The village covers a total geographical area of 668.03 hectares and falls under the 396560 pincode. Chikhli is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Harangam village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Vansda Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Valsad Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Harangam
As per Census 2011, Harangam village has a total population of 3,831 people, consisting of 1,871 males and 1,960 females. The village has 889 households and a sex ratio of 1,047 females per 1,000 males. There are 414 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,763 literate and 1,068 illiterate residents. Additionally, 115 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2,688 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Harangam are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,831 | 1,871 | 1,960 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 414 | 203 | 211 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 115 | 56 | 59 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2,688 | 1,313 | 1,375 |
| Literate Population | 2,763 | 1,432 | 1,331 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,068 | 439 | 629 |
Nearby Villages of Harangam
Harangam 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 Harangam
Public transport in the Harangam is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Harangam.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Chikhli to Harangam is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Navsari to Harangam is about 40 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Harangam
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Harangam 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Harangam
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Harangam village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Harangam
Where is Harangam located?
Harangam village is located in Chikhli Taluka, Navsari district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Harangam?
Harangam is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Harangam?
The pincode of Harangam is 396560.
What is the population of Harangam?
Harangam has a total population of 3,831, including 1,871 males and 1,960 females.
How many households are there in Harangam?
There are 889 households in Harangam.
What is the literacy rate in Harangam?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Harangam is 72.12%. Male literacy is 76.54% and female literacy is 67.91%.