Harda - Darlaghat, Solan
Harda is a village situated in the Darlaghat tehsil of Solan district, Himachal Pradesh. Kyarad serves as the Gram Panchayat for Harda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Harda is 020417. The village covers a total geographical area of 28.24 hectares and falls under the 171102 pincode. Arki is the nearest town.
Harda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch 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 Harda
According to the 2011 Census, Harda village had a total population of 216 people, including 122 males and 94 females, living in 46 households. The sex ratio was 770 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 84.58%, with male literacy at 87.72% and female literacy at 80.46%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 3.
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 | 216 | 122 | 94 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 15 | 8 | 7 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 3 | 1 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 170 | 100 | 70 |
| Illiterate Population | 46 | 22 | 24 |
Nearby Villages of Harda
Harda 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 Harda
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Harda.
| 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 Harda is about 83 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 Harda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Harda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Harda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Harda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Harda
Where is Harda located?
Harda village is located in Darlaghat Tehsil, Solan district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Harda?
The Gram Panchayat of Harda is Kyarad.
What is the pincode of Harda?
The pincode of Harda is 171102.
What is the population of Harda?
Harda had a total population of 216, including 122 males and 94 females.
How many households are there in Harda?
Harda had 46 households.
What is the literacy rate in Harda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Harda was 84.58%. Male literacy was 87.72% and female literacy was 80.46%.