Harila - Bengabad, Giridih
Harila is a village situated in the Bengabad subdivision of Giridih district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bengabad and around 32 km from the district headquarters in Giridih. Harila village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Harila is 351513. The village covers a total geographical area of 217 hectares and falls under the 815312 pincode.
Harila village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gandey Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kodarma Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Harila
According to the 2011 Census, Harila village had a total population of 1,523 people, including 775 males and 748 females, living in 243 households. The sex ratio was 965 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 66.75%, with male literacy at 80.00% and female literacy at 53.08%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 209.
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 | 1,523 | 775 | 748 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 302 | 155 | 147 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 209 | 117 | 92 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 815 | 496 | 319 |
| Illiterate Population | 708 | 279 | 429 |
Nearby Villages of Harila
Harila is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Kadampur | North-East | 0.95 km |
| Burhiabad | South-East | 1.04 km |
| Gobridih | South-East | 1.21 km |
| Ghonghabad | North | 1.23 km |
| Dewatanr | South-West | 1.26 km |
| Misirdih | South-East | 1.32 km |
| Mahdadih | North-West | 1.38 km |
| Jhabdatanr | North-East | 1.47 km |
| Gadikhurd | West | 1.84 km |
| Gambharia | North | 1.93 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Harila
Harila is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Maheshmunda, while the nearest airport is Dhanbad Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 49.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Giridih to Harila is about 32 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 Harila
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Harila 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Harila
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Harila village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Harila
Where is Harila located?
Harila village is located in Bengabad Subdivision, Giridih district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Harila?
Harila is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Harila?
The pincode of Harila is 815312.
What is the population of Harila?
Harila had a total population of 1,523, including 775 males and 748 females.
How many households are there in Harila?
Harila had 243 households.
What is the literacy rate in Harila?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Harila was 66.75%. Male literacy was 80.00% and female literacy was 53.08%.