Harda - Saha St, Ambala
Harda is a village situated in the Saha St tehsil of Ambala district, Haryana. It is located approximately 28 km from Barara and around 29 km from Ambala. Harda village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Harda is 057536. The village covers a total geographical area of 389 hectares and falls under the 133201 pincode. Ambala Cantt is the nearest town.
Harda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mulana Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ambala Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Harda
According to the 2011 Census, Harda village had a total population of 1,765 people, including 925 males and 840 females, living in 308 households. The sex ratio was 908 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.97%, with male literacy at 82.19% and female literacy at 69.06%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 850.
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 | 1,765 | 925 | 840 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 238 | 122 | 116 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 850 | 450 | 400 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,160 | 660 | 500 |
| Illiterate Population | 605 | 265 | 340 |
Nearby Villages of Harda
Harda 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 Harda
Harda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Harda.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Ambala to Harda is about 29 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 Harda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Harda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Harda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Harda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Harda
Where is Harda located?
Harda village is located in Saha St Tehsil, Ambala district, Haryana, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Harda?
Harda is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Harda?
The pincode of Harda is 133201.
What is the population of Harda?
Harda had a total population of 1,765, including 925 males and 840 females.
How many households are there in Harda?
Harda had 308 households.
What is the literacy rate in Harda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Harda was 75.97%. Male literacy was 82.19% and female literacy was 69.06%.