Harni - Gawan, Giridih
Harni is a village situated in the Gawan subdivision of Giridih district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gawan and around 85 km from the district headquarters in Giridih. Sankh serves as the Gram Panchayat for Harni village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Harni is 350214. The village covers a total geographical area of 41.97 hectares and falls under the 815313 pincode. Giridih is the nearest town.
Harni 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 Harni
As per Census 2011, Harni village has a total population of 660 people, consisting of 331 males and 329 females. The village has 92 households and a sex ratio of 993 females per 1,000 males. There are 135 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 317 literate and 343 illiterate residents. Additionally, 56 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Harni are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 660 | 331 | 329 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 135 | 62 | 73 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 56 | 29 | 27 |
| Literate Population | 317 | 216 | 101 |
| Illiterate Population | 343 | 115 | 228 |
Nearby Villages of Harni
Harni 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Guiri | North-East | 1.20 km |
| Katingkel | North-West | 1.36 km |
| Karkata | North-West | 1.81 km |
| Karika | West | 1.82 km |
| Baredih | North-East | 2.01 km |
| Dombari | South | 2.42 km |
| Chatma | East | 2.50 km |
| Sawaniya | East | 2.50 km |
| Ghaghari | North | 2.51 km |
| Heremda | West | 2.60 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Harni
Harni is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Sonua, while the nearest airport is Birsa Munda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 43.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Giridih to Harni is about 85 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 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 5-10 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) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Harni
Where is Harni located?
Harni village is located in Gawan Subdivision, Giridih district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Harni?
The Gram Panchayat of Harni is Sankh.
What is the pincode of Harni?
The pincode of Harni is 815313.
What is the population of Harni?
Harni has a total population of 660, including 331 males and 329 females.
How many households are there in Harni?
There are 92 households in Harni.
What is the literacy rate in Harni?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Harni is 48.03%. Male literacy is 65.26% and female literacy is 30.70%.