Harni - Nawadiha Bazar/Nawadiha*, Palamu
Harni is a village situated in the Nawadiha Bazar/Nawadiha* subdivision of Palamu district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 35 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chhatarpur and around 78 km from the district headquarters in Medininagar (daltonganj). Karkata serves as the Gram Panchayat for Harni village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Harni is 365637. The village covers a total geographical area of 327 hectares and falls under the 822113 pincode.
Harni village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Harni
As per Census 2011, Harni village has a total population of 884 people, consisting of 459 males and 425 females. The village has 161 households and a sex ratio of 925 females per 1,000 males. There are 156 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 338 literate and 546 illiterate residents. Additionally, 209 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 76 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Harni are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 884 | 459 | 425 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 156 | 80 | 76 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 209 | 112 | 97 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 76 | 40 | 36 |
| Literate Population | 338 | 203 | 135 |
| Illiterate Population | 546 | 256 | 290 |
Nearby Villages of Harni
Harni 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 Harni
Public transport in the Harni 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 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Medininagar (daltonganj) to Harni is about 78 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 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 >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Harni
Where is Harni located?
Harni village is located in Nawadiha Bazar/Nawadiha* Subdivision, Palamu district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Harni?
The Gram Panchayat of Harni is Karkata.
What is the pincode of Harni?
The pincode of Harni is 822113.
What is the population of Harni?
Harni has a total population of 884, including 459 males and 425 females.
How many households are there in Harni?
There are 161 households in Harni.
What is the literacy rate in Harni?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Harni is 38.24%. Male literacy is 44.23% and female literacy is 31.76%.