Harsi
Harsi is a village located in Jaisinghpur tehsil of Kangra district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 98km away from district headquarter Jaisinghpur. Jaisinghpur is the sub-district headquarter of Harsi village. As per 2009 stats, Harsi village is also a gram panchayat.
Harsi has its own place in the vibrant Kangra region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Harsi
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Harsi is 011435. The village spans a total geographical area of 386.54 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 176091. Palampur is nearest town to Harsi village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Harsi village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Jaisinghpur Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Kangra Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Harsi
Population of Harsi
Below is a concise population overview of Harsi as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,840 | 817 | 1,023 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 222 | 116 | 106 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 709 | 329 | 380 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,389 | 661 | 728 |
| Illiterate Population | 451 | 156 | 295 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Harsi village:
- The total population of Harsi village is around 1,840, including approximately 817 males and 1,023 females, with a sex ratio of 1252 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 222 children aged 0–6 years in Harsi village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Harsi village has 709 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
- The literacy rate of Harsi village is about 75.49%, with male literacy at 80.91% and female literacy at 71.16%.
- There are around 434 households in Harsi village.
Connectivity of Harsi
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Harsi. As per the 2011 stats, Harsi had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Harsi
Knowing the nearby villages of Harsi helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Harsi.
Frequently Asked Questions about Harsi
- Where is Harsi located?
- Harsi village is situated in Jaisinghpur Tehsil, within the Kangra district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Harsi?
- Harsi serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Harsi?
- The pincode of Harsi is 176091, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Harsi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Harsi is 1,840, with 817 males and 1,023 females.
- How many households are there in Harsi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Harsi village has a total of 434 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Harsi as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Harsi is 75.49%. The male literacy rate is 80.91%, while the female literacy rate is 71.16%.