Hardia - Itkhori, Chatra
Hardia is a village situated in the Itkhori subdivision of Chatra district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Itkhori and around 44 km from the district headquarters in Chatra. Koni serves as the Gram Panchayat for Hardia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Hardia is 348963. The village covers a total geographical area of 70.8 hectares and falls under the 825408 pincode.
Hardia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Hardia
According to the 2011 Census, Hardia village had a total population of 520 people, including 273 males and 247 females, living in 75 households. The sex ratio was 905 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 65.42%, with male literacy at 79.20% and female literacy at 50.00%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 110, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1.
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 | 520 | 273 | 247 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 92 | 47 | 45 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 110 | 58 | 52 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 280 | 179 | 101 |
| Illiterate Population | 240 | 94 | 146 |
Nearby Villages of Hardia
Hardia 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 Hardia
Public transport in the Hardia is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Chatra to Hardia is about 44 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Hardia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Hardia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Hardia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Hardia village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Hardia
Where is Hardia located?
Hardia village is located in Itkhori Subdivision, Chatra district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Hardia?
The Gram Panchayat of Hardia is Koni.
What is the pincode of Hardia?
The pincode of Hardia is 825408.
What is the population of Hardia?
Hardia had a total population of 520, including 273 males and 247 females.
How many households are there in Hardia?
Hardia had 75 households.
What is the literacy rate in Hardia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Hardia was 65.42%. Male literacy was 79.20% and female literacy was 50.00%.