Harwan - Zaingeer, Baramulla
Harwan is a village situated in the Zaingeer tehsil of Baramulla district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 15 km from Sopore and around 33 km from Baramulla. Harwan village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Harwan is 002177. The village covers a total geographical area of 255.4 hectares and falls under the 193201 pincode. Sopore is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Harwan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Harwan
According to the 2011 Census, Harwan village had a total population of 2,762 people, including 1,393 males and 1,369 females, living in 434 households. The sex ratio was 983 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 59.68%, with male literacy at 72.16% and female literacy at 47.44%.
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 | 2,762 | 1,393 | 1,369 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 483 | 265 | 218 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,360 | 814 | 546 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,402 | 579 | 823 |
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 | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Sopore to Harwan is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baramulla to Harwan is about 33 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 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 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 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) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Harwan
Where is Harwan located?
Harwan village is located in Zaingeer Tehsil, Baramulla district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Harwan?
Harwan is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Harwan?
The pincode of Harwan is 193201.
What is the population of Harwan?
Harwan had a total population of 2,762, including 1,393 males and 1,369 females.
How many households are there in Harwan?
Harwan had 434 households.
What is the literacy rate in Harwan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Harwan was 59.68%. Male literacy was 72.16% and female literacy was 47.44%.