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
According to the 2011 Census, Harni village had a total population of 884 people, including 459 males and 425 females, living in 161 households. The sex ratio was 926 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 46.43%, with male literacy at 53.56% and female literacy at 38.68%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 209, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 76.
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 | 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 had a total population of 884, including 459 males and 425 females.
How many households are there in Harni?
Harni had 161 households.
What is the literacy rate in Harni?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Harni was 46.43%. Male literacy was 53.56% and female literacy was 38.68%.