Harduwail - Khansahib, Budgam
Harduwail is a village situated in the Khansahib tehsil of Budgam district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 12 km from Khansahib and around 11 km from Budgam. Hardwail serves as the Halqa Panchayat for Harduwail village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Harduwail is 000563. The village covers a total geographical area of 317.3 hectares and falls under the 191111 pincode. Badgam is the nearest town, located about 11 km away.
Harduwail village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Khan Sahib Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Srinagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Harduwail
According to the 2011 Census, Harduwail village had a total population of 2,296 people, including 1,182 males and 1,114 females, living in 338 households. The sex ratio was 942 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 51.85%, with male literacy at 64.85% and female literacy at 38.67%.
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 | 2,296 | 1,182 | 1,114 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 510 | 283 | 227 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 926 | 583 | 343 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,370 | 599 | 771 |
Nearby Villages of Harduwail
Harduwail 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 Harduwail
Harduwail is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Harduwail.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Badgam to Harduwail is about 11 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Budgam to Harduwail is about 11 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Harduwail
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Harduwail village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Harduwail
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Harduwail village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Harduwail
Where is Harduwail located?
Harduwail village is located in Khansahib Tehsil, Budgam district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Harduwail?
The Halqa Panchayat of Harduwail is Hardwail.
What is the pincode of Harduwail?
The pincode of Harduwail is 191111.
What is the population of Harduwail?
Harduwail had a total population of 2,296, including 1,182 males and 1,114 females.
How many households are there in Harduwail?
Harduwail had 338 households.
What is the literacy rate in Harduwail?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Harduwail was 51.85%. Male literacy was 64.85% and female literacy was 38.67%.