Harsol - Talod, Sabar Kantha
Harsol is a village situated in the Talod taluka of Sabar Kantha district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Talod and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Himatnagar. Harsol village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Harsol is 510672. The village covers a total geographical area of 2273.63 hectares and falls under the 383305 pincode. Talod is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Harsol village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Prantij Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sabarkantha Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Harsol
As per Census 2011, Harsol village has a total population of 5,652 people, consisting of 2,904 males and 2,748 females. The village has 1,120 households and a sex ratio of 946 females per 1,000 males. There are 731 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,988 literate and 1,664 illiterate residents. Additionally, 480 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 21 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Harsol are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,652 | 2,904 | 2,748 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 731 | 398 | 333 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 480 | 241 | 239 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 21 | 11 | 10 |
| Literate Population | 3,988 | 2,270 | 1,718 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,664 | 634 | 1,030 |
Nearby Villages of Harsol
Harsol 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 Harsol
Public transport in the Harsol is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Harsol.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Talod to Harsol is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Himatnagar to Harsol is about 30 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 Harsol
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Harsol village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Harsol
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Harsol village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Harsol
Where is Harsol located?
Harsol village is located in Talod Taluka, Sabar Kantha district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Harsol?
Harsol is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Harsol?
The pincode of Harsol is 383305.
What is the population of Harsol?
Harsol has a total population of 5,652, including 2,904 males and 2,748 females.
How many households are there in Harsol?
There are 1,120 households in Harsol.
What is the literacy rate in Harsol?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Harsol is 70.56%. Male literacy is 78.17% and female literacy is 62.52%.