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 Pradhan 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
According to the 2011 Census, Harwan village had a total population of 133 people, including 65 males and 68 females, living in 32 households. The sex ratio was 1,046 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 92.37%, with male literacy at 96.49% and female literacy at 88.52%.
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 | 133 | 65 | 68 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 15 | 8 | 7 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 133, including 65 males and 68 females.
How many households are there in Harwan?
Harwan had 32 households.
What is the literacy rate in Harwan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Harwan was 92.37%. Male literacy was 96.49% and female literacy was 88.52%.