Harwan - Baldwara, Mandi
Harwan is a village situated in the Baldwara tehsil of Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh. Chowk serves as the Gram Panchayat for Harwan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Harwan is 014136. The village covers a total geographical area of 42.75 hectares and falls under the 175033 pincode. Rawalsar is the nearest town.
Harwan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sarkaghat Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Harwan
As per Census 2011, Harwan village has a total population of 133 people, consisting of 65 males and 68 females. The village has 32 households and a sex ratio of 1,046 females per 1,000 males. There are 15 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 109 literate and 24 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Harwan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 133 | 65 | 68 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 15 | 8 | 7 |
| Literate Population | 109 | 55 | 54 |
| Illiterate Population | 24 | 10 | 14 |
Nearby Villages of Harwan
Harwan 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 Harwan
Harwan 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 | 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 Mandi to Harwan is about 41 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Harwan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Harwan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Harwan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Harwan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Harwan
Where is Harwan located?
Harwan village is located in Baldwara Tehsil, Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Harwan?
The Gram Panchayat of Harwan is Chowk.
What is the pincode of Harwan?
The pincode of Harwan is 175033.
What is the population of Harwan?
Harwan has a total population of 133, including 65 males and 68 females.
How many households are there in Harwan?
There are 32 households in Harwan.
What is the literacy rate in Harwan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Harwan is 81.95%. Male literacy is 84.62% and female literacy is 79.41%.