Harla - Gawan, Giridih
Harla is a village situated in the Gawan subdivision of Giridih district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 1 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gawan and around 86 km from the district headquarters in Giridih. Amtaro serves as the Gram Panchayat for Harla village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Harla is 350207. The village covers a total geographical area of 24.26 hectares and falls under the 815313 pincode. Giridih is the nearest town.
Harla village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dhanwar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kodarma Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Harla
According to the 2011 Census, Harla village had a total population of 498 people, including 262 males and 236 females, living in 83 households. The sex ratio was 901 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 66.43%, with male literacy at 80.80% and female literacy at 50.00%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 74.
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 | 498 | 262 | 236 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 78 | 38 | 40 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 74 | 45 | 29 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 279 | 181 | 98 |
| Illiterate Population | 219 | 81 | 138 |
Nearby Villages of Harla
Harla 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 Harla
Public transport in the Harla is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Harla.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Giridih to Harla is about 86 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 Harla
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Harla 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Harla
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Harla 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 Harla
Where is Harla located?
Harla village is located in Gawan Subdivision, Giridih district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Harla?
The Gram Panchayat of Harla is Amtaro.
What is the pincode of Harla?
The pincode of Harla is 815313.
What is the population of Harla?
Harla had a total population of 498, including 262 males and 236 females.
How many households are there in Harla?
Harla had 83 households.
What is the literacy rate in Harla?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Harla was 66.43%. Male literacy was 80.80% and female literacy was 50.00%.