Harkhar - Bilaspur Sadar, Bilaspur
Harkhar is a village situated in the Bilaspur Sadar tehsil of Bilaspur district, Himachal Pradesh. Beri Rajadian serves as the Gram Panchayat for Harkhar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Harkhar is 019723. The village covers a total geographical area of 13 hectares and falls under the 174001 pincode. Bilaspur is the nearest town.
Harkhar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bilaspur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hamirpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Harkhar
According to the 2011 Census, Harkhar village had a total population of 81 people, including 41 males and 40 females, living in 19 households. The sex ratio was 976 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 86.84%, with male literacy at 94.87% and female literacy at 78.38%.
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 | 81 | 41 | 40 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 5 | 2 | 3 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 66 | 37 | 29 |
| Illiterate Population | 15 | 4 | 11 |
Nearby Villages of Harkhar
Harkhar 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 Harkhar
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Harkhar.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Bilaspur to Harkhar is about 14 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Harkhar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Harkhar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Harkhar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Harkhar 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Harkhar
Where is Harkhar located?
Harkhar village is located in Bilaspur Sadar Tehsil, Bilaspur district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Harkhar?
The Gram Panchayat of Harkhar is Beri Rajadian.
What is the pincode of Harkhar?
The pincode of Harkhar is 174001.
What is the population of Harkhar?
Harkhar had a total population of 81, including 41 males and 40 females.
How many households are there in Harkhar?
Harkhar had 19 households.
What is the literacy rate in Harkhar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Harkhar was 86.84%. Male literacy was 94.87% and female literacy was 78.38%.