Harni - Mendhar, Poonch
Harni is a village situated in the Mendhar tehsil of Poonch district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 7 km from Mendhar and around 42 km from Punch. Harni village is a designated Halqa Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Harni is 001209. The village covers a total geographical area of 236 hectares and falls under the 185211 pincode. Punch is the nearest town, located about 42 km away.
Harni village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Harni
According to the 2011 Census, Harni village had a total population of 1,192 people, including 593 males and 599 females, living in 233 households. The sex ratio was 1,010 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.77%, with male literacy at 82.73% and female literacy at 65.12%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 63.
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 | 1,192 | 593 | 599 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 178 | 95 | 83 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 63 | 30 | 33 |
| Literate Population | 748 | 412 | 336 |
| Illiterate Population | 444 | 181 | 263 |
Nearby Villages of Harni
Harni 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 Harni
Harni is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport 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 Punch to Harni is about 42 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Harni
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Harni 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Harni
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Harni village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Harni
Where is Harni located?
Harni village is located in Mendhar Tehsil, Poonch district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Harni?
Harni is its own Halqa Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Harni?
The pincode of Harni is 185211.
What is the population of Harni?
Harni had a total population of 1,192, including 593 males and 599 females.
How many households are there in Harni?
Harni had 233 households.
What is the literacy rate in Harni?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Harni was 73.77%. Male literacy was 82.73% and female literacy was 65.12%.