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
As per Census 2011, Harbon village has a total population of 1,147 people, consisting of 620 males and 527 females. The village has 211 households and a sex ratio of 850 females per 1,000 males. There are 167 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 646 literate and 501 illiterate residents. Additionally, 294 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Harbon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,147 | 620 | 527 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 167 | 111 | 56 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 294 | 161 | 133 |
| 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 has a total population of 1,147, including 620 males and 527 females.
How many households are there in Harbon?
There are 211 households in Harbon.
What is the literacy rate in Harbon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Harbon is 56.32%. Male literacy is 56.45% and female literacy is 56.17%.