Harhenj - Herhanj, Latehar
Harhenj is a village situated in the Herhanj subdivision of Latehar district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Herhenj and around 32 km from the district headquarters in Latehar. Herhenj serves as the Gram Panchayat for Harhenj village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Harhenj is 367482. The village covers a total geographical area of 1366.3 hectares and falls under the 829202 pincode. Balumath is the nearest town.
Harhenj village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Latehar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Chatra Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Harhenj
As per Census 2011, Harhenj village has a total population of 1,783 people, consisting of 900 males and 883 females. The village has 320 households and a sex ratio of 981 females per 1,000 males. There are 360 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 892 literate and 891 illiterate residents. Additionally, 479 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 35 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Harhenj are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,783 | 900 | 883 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 360 | 177 | 183 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 479 | 231 | 248 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 35 | 16 | 19 |
| Literate Population | 892 | 524 | 368 |
| Illiterate Population | 891 | 376 | 515 |
Nearby Villages of Harhenj
Harhenj 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 Harhenj
Harhenj is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Latehar to Harhenj 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 Harhenj
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Harhenj village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Harhenj
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Harhenj village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Harhenj
Where is Harhenj located?
Harhenj village is located in Herhanj Subdivision, Latehar district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Harhenj?
The Gram Panchayat of Harhenj is Herhenj.
What is the pincode of Harhenj?
The pincode of Harhenj is 829202.
What is the population of Harhenj?
Harhenj has a total population of 1,783, including 900 males and 883 females.
How many households are there in Harhenj?
There are 320 households in Harhenj.
What is the literacy rate in Harhenj?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Harhenj is 50.03%. Male literacy is 58.22% and female literacy is 41.68%.