Harnal - Devara Hipparagi, Vijayapura
Harnal is a village situated in the Devara Hipparagi taluka of Vijayapura district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 26 km from Sindgi and around 55 km from Bijapur. Haranal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Harnal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Harnal is 599399. The village covers a total geographical area of 1351.05 hectares and falls under the 586115 pincode. Sindgi is the nearest town, located about 26 km away.
Harnal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Devar Hippargi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Vijayapura Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Harnal
As per Census 2011, Harnal village has a total population of 2,574 people, consisting of 1,323 males and 1,251 females. The village has 461 households and a sex ratio of 945 females per 1,000 males. There are 378 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,450 literate and 1,124 illiterate residents. Additionally, 470 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 3 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Harnal are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,574 | 1,323 | 1,251 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 378 | 184 | 194 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 470 | 236 | 234 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 1 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 1,450 | 891 | 559 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,124 | 432 | 692 |
Nearby Villages of Harnal
Harnal 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 Harnal
Harnal is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Sindgi to Harnal is about 26 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bijapur to Harnal is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Harnal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Harnal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Harnal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Harnal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Harnal
Where is Harnal located?
Harnal village is located in Devara Hipparagi Taluka, Vijayapura district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Harnal?
The Gram Panchayat of Harnal is Haranal.
What is the pincode of Harnal?
The pincode of Harnal is 586115.
What is the population of Harnal?
Harnal has a total population of 2,574, including 1,323 males and 1,251 females.
How many households are there in Harnal?
There are 461 households in Harnal.
What is the literacy rate in Harnal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Harnal is 56.33%. Male literacy is 67.35% and female literacy is 44.68%.