Harnota - Ramkote, Kathua
Harnota is a village situated in the Ramkote tehsil of Kathua district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 25 km from Billawar and around 88 km from Kathua. Thanthu serves as the Gram Panchayat for Harnota village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Harnota is 001682. The village covers a total geographical area of 195 hectares and falls under the 184210 pincode. Billawar is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Harnota village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Harnota
As per Census 2011, Harnota village has a total population of 567 people, consisting of 304 males and 263 females. The village has 124 households and a sex ratio of 865 females per 1,000 males. There are 79 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 326 literate and 241 illiterate residents. Additionally, 54 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 118 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Harnota are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 567 | 304 | 263 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 79 | 46 | 33 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 54 | 24 | 30 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 118 | 69 | 49 |
| Literate Population | 326 | 210 | 116 |
| Illiterate Population | 241 | 94 | 147 |
Nearby Villages of Harnota
Harnota 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 Harnota
Public transport in the Harnota is mainly available through shared van 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 Billawar to Harnota is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kathua to Harnota is about 88 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Harnota
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Harnota village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Harnota
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Harnota village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Harnota
Where is Harnota located?
Harnota village is located in Ramkote Tehsil, Kathua district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Harnota?
The Gram Panchayat of Harnota is Thanthu.
What is the pincode of Harnota?
The pincode of Harnota is 184210.
What is the population of Harnota?
Harnota has a total population of 567, including 304 males and 263 females.
How many households are there in Harnota?
There are 124 households in Harnota.
What is the literacy rate in Harnota?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Harnota is 57.50%. Male literacy is 69.08% and female literacy is 44.11%.