Harel
Harel is a village located in Handwara tehsil of Kupwara district in Jammu & Kashmir, India. It is situated 20km away from sub-district headquarter Handwara (tehsildar office) and 26km away from district headquarter Kupwara. As per 2009 stats, Haril is the gram panchayat of Harel village.
Here you can discover what makes Harel unique in its vibrant Handwara-Kupwara region. You’ll see Harel’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Harel
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Harel is 000272. The village spans a total geographical area of 324.6 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 193302. Handwara is nearest town to Harel village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 20km away.
Google Map of Harel
Population of Harel
According to the 2011 Census, Harel has a total population of about 2,392, with approximately 1,248 males and 1,144 females. The sex ratio is around 916 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 425 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. Details about the Scheduled Castes (SC) community are not available. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 50.42%, with male literacy at about 58.09% and female literacy near 42.05%. There are around 343 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Harel's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,392 | 1,248 | 1,144 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 425 | 237 | 188 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,206 | 725 | 481 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,186 | 523 | 663 |
Connectivity of Harel
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Harel. As per the 2011 stats, Harel had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within village |
Nearby Villages of Harel
Knowing the nearby villages of Harel helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Harel.
Frequently Asked Questions about Harel
- Where is Harel located?
- Harel village is situated in Handwara Tehsil, within the Kupwara district of Jammu & Kashmir, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Harel?
- The Gram Panchayat of Harel is Haril (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Harel?
- The pincode of Harel is 193302, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Harel as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Harel is 2,392, with 1,248 males and 1,144 females.
- How many households are there in Harel as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Harel village has a total of 343 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Harel as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Harel is 50.42%. The male literacy rate is 58.09%, while the female literacy rate is 42.05%.