Harthu - Arki, Solan
Harthu is a village situated in the Arki tehsil of Solan district, Himachal Pradesh. Basantpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Harthu village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Harthu is 020096. The village covers a total geographical area of 49 hectares and falls under the 173221 pincode. Arki is the nearest town.
Harthu village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Arki Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Harthu
According to the 2011 Census, Harthu village had a total population of 140 people, including 59 males and 81 females, living in 31 households. The sex ratio was 1,373 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 84.62%, with male literacy at 91.84% and female literacy at 79.41%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 26.
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 | 140 | 59 | 81 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 23 | 10 | 13 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 26 | 12 | 14 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 99 | 45 | 54 |
| Illiterate Population | 41 | 14 | 27 |
Nearby Villages of Harthu
Harthu 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 Harthu
Harthu 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 Solan to Harthu is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Harthu
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Harthu 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 | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Harthu
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Harthu village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Harthu
Where is Harthu located?
Harthu village is located in Arki Tehsil, Solan district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Harthu?
The Gram Panchayat of Harthu is Basantpur.
What is the pincode of Harthu?
The pincode of Harthu is 173221.
What is the population of Harthu?
Harthu had a total population of 140, including 59 males and 81 females.
How many households are there in Harthu?
Harthu had 31 households.
What is the literacy rate in Harthu?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Harthu was 84.62%. Male literacy was 91.84% and female literacy was 79.41%.