Harbon - Naraingarh, Ambala
Harbon is a village situated in the Naraingarh tehsil of Ambala district, Haryana. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Naraingarh and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Ambala. Harbon village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Harbon is 057310. The village covers a total geographical area of 155 hectares and falls under the 134203 pincode. Naringarh is the nearest town.
Harbon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Naraingarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ambala Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Harbon
According to the 2011 Census, Harbon village had a total population of 1,147 people, including 620 males and 527 females, living in 211 households. The sex ratio was 850 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 65.92%, with male literacy at 68.76% and female literacy at 62.85%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 294.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,147 | 620 | 527 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 167 | 111 | 56 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 294 | 161 | 133 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 646 | 350 | 296 |
| Illiterate Population | 501 | 270 | 231 |
Nearby Villages of Harbon
Harbon is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Bakar Pur | North-East | 1.02 km |
| Azampur | North | 1.56 km |
| Lakhnaura | South-East | 1.57 km |
| Kurali | West | 2.12 km |
| Kherki Jattan | North-East | 2.33 km |
| Khanpur Labana | East | 2.46 km |
| Naugawan | North-West | 2.59 km |
| Okhal | East | 2.64 km |
| Panjori | North-West | 2.75 km |
| Kanjala | South | 2.88 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Harbon
Harbon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Tandwal, while the nearest airport is Chandigarh Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 35.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Ambala to Harbon is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Harbon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Harbon 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Harbon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Harbon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Harbon
Where is Harbon located?
Harbon village is located in Naraingarh Tehsil, Ambala district, Haryana, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Harbon?
Harbon is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Harbon?
The pincode of Harbon is 134203.
What is the population of Harbon?
Harbon had a total population of 1,147, including 620 males and 527 females.
How many households are there in Harbon?
Harbon had 211 households.
What is the literacy rate in Harbon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Harbon was 65.92%. Male literacy was 68.76% and female literacy was 62.85%.