Haratwas - Churah, Chamba
Haratwas is a village situated in the Churah tehsil of Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 85 km from Chamba. Hartwas serves as the Gram Panchayat for Haratwas village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Haratwas is 006871. The village covers a total geographical area of 210 hectares and falls under the 176316 pincode. Chamba is the nearest town.
Haratwas village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Churah Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kangra Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Haratwas
As per Census 2011, Haratwas village has a total population of 402 people, consisting of 193 males and 209 females. The village has 69 households and a sex ratio of 1,082 females per 1,000 males. There are 53 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 243 literate and 159 illiterate residents. Additionally, 148 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 37 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Haratwas are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 402 | 193 | 209 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 53 | 21 | 32 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 148 | 75 | 73 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 37 | 17 | 20 |
| Literate Population | 243 | 143 | 100 |
| Illiterate Population | 159 | 50 | 109 |
Nearby Villages of Haratwas
Haratwas 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 Haratwas
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Haratwas.
| 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 Chamba to Haratwas is about 85 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Haratwas
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Haratwas village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Haratwas
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Haratwas village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Haratwas
Where is Haratwas located?
Haratwas village is located in Churah Tehsil, Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Haratwas?
The Gram Panchayat of Haratwas is Hartwas.
What is the pincode of Haratwas?
The pincode of Haratwas is 176316.
What is the population of Haratwas?
Haratwas has a total population of 402, including 193 males and 209 females.
How many households are there in Haratwas?
There are 69 households in Haratwas.
What is the literacy rate in Haratwas?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Haratwas is 60.45%. Male literacy is 74.09% and female literacy is 47.85%.