Harot - Jaisinghpur, Kangra
Harot is a village situated in the Jaisinghpur tehsil of Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh. Hadot serves as the Gram Panchayat for Harot village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Harot is 011406. The village covers a total geographical area of 114.26 hectares and falls under the 176095 pincode. Palampur is the nearest town.
Harot village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jaisinghpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kangra Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Harot
According to the 2011 Census, Harot village had a total population of 420 people, including 175 males and 245 females, living in 110 households. The sex ratio was 1,400 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 83.69%, with male literacy at 87.26% and female literacy at 81.11%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 71.
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 | 420 | 175 | 245 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 46 | 18 | 28 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 71 | 26 | 45 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 313 | 137 | 176 |
| Illiterate Population | 107 | 38 | 69 |
Nearby Villages of Harot
Harot 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 Harot
Harot is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Dharmsala to Harot 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 Harot
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Harot village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Harot
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Harot village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Harot
Where is Harot located?
Harot village is located in Jaisinghpur Tehsil, Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Harot?
The Gram Panchayat of Harot is Hadot.
What is the pincode of Harot?
The pincode of Harot is 176095.
What is the population of Harot?
Harot had a total population of 420, including 175 males and 245 females.
How many households are there in Harot?
Harot had 110 households.
What is the literacy rate in Harot?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Harot was 83.69%. Male literacy was 87.26% and female literacy was 81.11%.