Harsoor - Kalaburagi
Harsoor is a village situated in the Kalaburagi taluka of Kalaburagi district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 15 km from Gulbarga and around 15 km from Gulbarga. Harasoor serves as the Gram Panchayat for Harsoor village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Harsoor is 620245. The village covers a total geographical area of 2938.25 hectares and falls under the 585102 pincode. Gulbarga is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Harsoor village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kalaburagi Rural Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kalaburagi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Harsoor
As per Census 2011, Harsoor village has a total population of 4,278 people, consisting of 2,171 males and 2,107 females. The village has 803 households and a sex ratio of 970 females per 1,000 males. There are 612 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,225 literate and 2,053 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,288 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 56 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Harsoor are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,278 | 2,171 | 2,107 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 612 | 336 | 276 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,288 | 658 | 630 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 56 | 31 | 25 |
| Literate Population | 2,225 | 1,317 | 908 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,053 | 854 | 1,199 |
Nearby Villages of Harsoor
Harsoor 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Halsultanpur | North-West | 3.13 km |
| Kadbur | North | 3.63 km |
| Nippani | South-East | 4.04 km |
| Venkatbennur | South-West | 4.37 km |
| Savathkhed | East | 4.38 km |
| Tondkal | North-West | 5.14 km |
| Algud | West | 5.22 km |
| Harkanchi | North | 5.62 km |
| Jeevanmardgi | East | 5.66 km |
| Tonchi | South-East | 5.86 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Harsoor
Harsoor is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Gulbarga, while the nearest airport is Solapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 87.2 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 Gulbarga to Harsoor is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Harsoor
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Harsoor village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Harsoor
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Harsoor village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Harsoor
Where is Harsoor located?
Harsoor village is located in Kalaburagi Taluka, Kalaburagi district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Harsoor?
The Gram Panchayat of Harsoor is Harasoor.
What is the pincode of Harsoor?
The pincode of Harsoor is 585102.
What is the population of Harsoor?
Harsoor has a total population of 4,278, including 2,171 males and 2,107 females.
How many households are there in Harsoor?
There are 803 households in Harsoor.
What is the literacy rate in Harsoor?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Harsoor is 52.01%. Male literacy is 60.66% and female literacy is 43.09%.