Harkund - Deori, Giridih
Harkund is a village situated in the Deori subdivision of Giridih district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Deori and around 64 km from the district headquarters in Giridih. Bhelwaghati serves as the Gram Panchayat for Harkund village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Harkund is 350631. The village covers a total geographical area of 152.72 hectares and falls under the 815314 pincode.
Harkund village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Harkund
As per Census 2011, Harkund village has a total population of 649 people, consisting of 340 males and 309 females. The village has 83 households and a sex ratio of 908 females per 1,000 males. There are 109 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 253 literate and 396 illiterate residents. Additionally, 171 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 197 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Harkund are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 649 | 340 | 309 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 109 | 56 | 53 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 171 | 88 | 83 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 197 | 105 | 92 |
| Literate Population | 253 | 171 | 82 |
| Illiterate Population | 396 | 169 | 227 |
Nearby Villages of Harkund
Harkund 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 Harkund
Harkund is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Harkund is about 64 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Harkund
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Harkund village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Harkund
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Harkund 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 Harkund
Where is Harkund located?
Harkund village is located in Deori Subdivision, Giridih district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Harkund?
The Gram Panchayat of Harkund is Bhelwaghati.
What is the pincode of Harkund?
The pincode of Harkund is 815314.
What is the population of Harkund?
Harkund has a total population of 649, including 340 males and 309 females.
How many households are there in Harkund?
There are 83 households in Harkund.
What is the literacy rate in Harkund?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Harkund is 38.98%. Male literacy is 50.29% and female literacy is 26.54%.