Harkud
About Harkud
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Harkud village is 599826. Harkud village is located in Basavakalyan taluka of Bidar district in Karnataka, India. It is situated 28km away from sub-district headquarter Basavakalyan (tehsildar office) and 119km away from district headquarter Bidar. As per 2009 stats, Harkud village is also a gram panchayat.
The total geographical area of village is 1227.27 hectares. Harkud has a total population of 2,535 peoples, out of which male population is 1,279 while female population is 1,256. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 982 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of harkud village is 55.35% out of which 63.41% males and 47.13% females are literate. There are about 485 houses in harkud village. Pincode of harkud village locality is 585331.
When it comes to administration, Harkud village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Harkud village comes under Basavakalyan Vidhan Sabha constituency & Bidar Lok Sabha constituency. Basavakalyan is nearest town to harkud village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 28km away.
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Population of Harkud
The population details of Harkud cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,535 | 1,279 | 1,256 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 333 | 175 | 158 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 1,371 | 692 | 679 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 165 | 74 | 91 |
| Literate Population | 1,403 | 811 | 592 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,132 | 468 | 664 |
Connectivity of Harkud
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Harkud
Where is Harkud located?
Harkud village is situated in Basavakalyan Taluka, within the Bidar district of Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Harkud?
Harkud serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Harkud?
The pincode of Harkud is 585331, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Harkud as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Harkud is 2,535, with 1,279 males and 1,256 females.
How many households are there in Harkud as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Harkud village has a total of 485 households.
What is the literacy rate in Harkud as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Harkud is 55.35%. The male literacy rate is 63.41%, while the female literacy rate is 47.13%.