Harsad - Suigam, Vav-Tharad
Harsad is a village situated in the Suigam taluka of Vav-Tharad district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 42 km from Vav and around 152 km from Palanpur. Harsad village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Harsad is 507468. The village covers a total geographical area of 1427.21 hectares and falls under the 385320 pincode. Bhabhar is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Harsad village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Vav Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Banaskantha Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Harsad
As per Census 2011, Harsad village has a total population of 1,121 people, consisting of 582 males and 539 females. The village has 209 households and a sex ratio of 926 females per 1,000 males. There are 183 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 531 literate and 590 illiterate residents. Additionally, 79 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 7 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Harsad are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,121 | 582 | 539 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 183 | 98 | 85 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 79 | 44 | 35 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 7 | 5 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 531 | 333 | 198 |
| Illiterate Population | 590 | 249 | 341 |
Nearby Villages of Harsad
Harsad 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 Harsad
Harsad is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport 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 Bhabhar to Harsad is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Palanpur to Harsad is about 152 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Harsad
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Harsad village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Harsad
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Harsad village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Harsad
Where is Harsad located?
Harsad village is located in Suigam Taluka, Vav-Tharad district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Harsad?
Harsad is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Harsad?
The pincode of Harsad is 385320.
What is the population of Harsad?
Harsad has a total population of 1,121, including 582 males and 539 females.
How many households are there in Harsad?
There are 209 households in Harsad.
What is the literacy rate in Harsad?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Harsad is 47.37%. Male literacy is 57.22% and female literacy is 36.73%.