Haragapur - Hukkeri, Belagavi
Haragapur is a village situated in the Hukkeri taluka of Belagavi district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 12 km from Hukkeri and around 50 km from Belgaum. Haragapur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Haragapur is 597559. The village covers a total geographical area of 859.58 hectares and falls under the 591313 pincode. Sankeshwar is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Haragapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Hukkeri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Chikkodi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Haragapur
As per Census 2011, Haragapur village has a total population of 3,801 people, consisting of 1,908 males and 1,893 females. The village has 820 households and a sex ratio of 992 females per 1,000 males. There are 473 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,402 literate and 1,399 illiterate residents. Additionally, 586 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 71 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Haragapur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,801 | 1,908 | 1,893 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 473 | 246 | 227 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 586 | 297 | 289 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 71 | 34 | 37 |
| Literate Population | 2,402 | 1,373 | 1,029 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,399 | 535 | 864 |
Nearby Villages of Haragapur
Haragapur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Ankale | South-East | 2.67 km |
| Alur (k.m) | North-East | 3.12 km |
| Sollapur | South-West | 3.48 km |
| Akkiwat | North-East | 3.89 km |
| Bad | North | 4.17 km |
| Karajage | North-West | 4.23 km |
| Sankeshwar (r) | South-East | 4.39 km |
| Honnihalli | West | 4.51 km |
| Nidasoshi | East | 4.97 km |
| Mangnur | North-East | 5.22 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Haragapur
Haragapur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Parkanhatti, while the nearest airport is Kolhapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 35.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Sankeshwar to Haragapur is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Belgaum to Haragapur is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Haragapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Haragapur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Haragapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Haragapur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Haragapur
Where is Haragapur located?
Haragapur village is located in Hukkeri Taluka, Belagavi district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Haragapur?
Haragapur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Haragapur?
The pincode of Haragapur is 591313.
What is the population of Haragapur?
Haragapur has a total population of 3,801, including 1,908 males and 1,893 females.
How many households are there in Haragapur?
There are 820 households in Haragapur.
What is the literacy rate in Haragapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Haragapur is 63.19%. Male literacy is 71.96% and female literacy is 54.36%.