Harkud - Basavakalyan, Bidar
Harkud is a village situated in the Basavakalyan taluka of Bidar district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 28 km from the tehsil headquarters in Basavakalyan and around 119 km from the district headquarters in Bidar. Harkud village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Harkud is 599826. The village covers a total geographical area of 1227.27 hectares and falls under the 585437 pincode. Basavakalyan is the nearest town, located about 28 km away.
Harkud village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Basavakalyan Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bidar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Harkud
As per Census 2011, Harkud village has a total population of 2,535 people, consisting of 1,279 males and 1,256 females. The village has 485 households and a sex ratio of 982 females per 1,000 males. There are 333 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,403 literate and 1,132 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,371 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 165 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Harkud are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,535 | 1,279 | 1,256 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 333 | 175 | 158 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,371 | 692 | 679 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 165 | 74 | 91 |
| Literate Population | 1,403 | 811 | 592 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,132 | 468 | 664 |
Nearby Villages of Harkud
Harkud 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Yeladgundi | North-West | 2.67 km |
| Gadlegaon (b) | South | 3.02 km |
| Saidapur | North | 3.20 km |
| Sarjawalga | West | 3.82 km |
| Hatyal | North-East | 3.93 km |
| Hamunagar | East | 3.93 km |
| Siragapur | South-West | 4.67 km |
| Eklora | South-East | 4.99 km |
| Bhosga | North-West | 5.44 km |
| Kherda (k) | South | 5.46 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Harkud
Harkud is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Bablad, while the nearest airport is Solapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 77.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Basavakalyan to Harkud is about 28 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bidar to Harkud is about 119 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Harkud
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Harkud village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Harkud
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Harkud village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Harkud
Where is Harkud located?
Harkud village is located in Basavakalyan Taluka, Bidar district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Harkud?
Harkud is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Harkud?
The pincode of Harkud is 585437.
What is the population of Harkud?
Harkud has a total population of 2,535, including 1,279 males and 1,256 females.
How many households are there in Harkud?
There are 485 households in Harkud.
What is the literacy rate in Harkud?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Harkud is 55.35%. Male literacy is 63.41% and female literacy is 47.13%.