Hara - Gangath, Kangra
Hara is a village situated in the Gangath tehsil of Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 86 km from Dharmsala. Gheta serves as the Gram Panchayat for Hara village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Hara is 008757. The village covers a total geographical area of 64.31 hectares and falls under the 176022 pincode. Nurpur is the nearest town.
Hara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Indora Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kangra Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Hara
According to the 2011 Census, Hara village had a total population of 116 people, including 47 males and 69 females, living in 37 households. The sex ratio was 1,468 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.19%, with male literacy at 83.33% and female literacy at 78.13%.
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 | 116 | 47 | 69 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 10 | 5 | 5 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 85 | 35 | 50 |
| Illiterate Population | 31 | 12 | 19 |
Nearby Villages of Hara
Hara 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 Hara
Hara is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Dharmsala to Hara is about 86 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Hara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Hara village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Hara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Hara 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Hara
Where is Hara located?
Hara village is located in Gangath Tehsil, Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Hara?
The Gram Panchayat of Hara is Gheta.
What is the pincode of Hara?
The pincode of Hara is 176022.
What is the population of Hara?
Hara had a total population of 116, including 47 males and 69 females.
How many households are there in Hara?
Hara had 37 households.
What is the literacy rate in Hara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Hara was 80.19%. Male literacy was 83.33% and female literacy was 78.13%.