Harduwa - Buxwaha, Chhatarpur
Harduwa is a village situated in the Buxwaha tehsil of Chhatarpur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Buxwaha and around 106 km from the district headquarters in Chhatarpur. Beerampura serves as the Gram Panchayat for Harduwa village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Harduwa is 458447. The village covers a total geographical area of 530.41 hectares and falls under the 471318 pincode. Buxwaha is the nearest town, located about 6 km away.
Harduwa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Harduwa
According to the 2011 Census, Harduwa village had a total population of 118 people, including 54 males and 64 females, living in 18 households. The sex ratio was 1,185 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 39.29%, with male literacy at 35.00% and female literacy at 43.18%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 118.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 118 | 54 | 64 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 34 | 14 | 20 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 118 | 54 | 64 |
| Literate Population | 33 | 14 | 19 |
| Illiterate Population | 85 | 40 | 45 |
Nearby Villages of Harduwa
Harduwa 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Mara | South-West | 7.52 km |
| Sanauda | South-West | 7.77 km |
| Kero | West | 7.92 km |
| Sunahara | South-East | 7.95 km |
| Jakha | South-West | 7.96 km |
| Jagara | East | 8.00 km |
| Beergarh | South | 8.18 km |
| Kusmad | South-East | 8.21 km |
| Kishunpura | South | 8.61 km |
| Aamkhuwa | South-West | 8.72 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Harduwa
The nearest railway station is Patharia, while the nearest airport is Khajuraho Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 69.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Buxwaha to Harduwa is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chhatarpur to Harduwa is about 106 km, with the usual travel time around ~3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
FAQs about Harduwa
Where is Harduwa located?
Harduwa village is located in Buxwaha Tehsil, Chhatarpur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Harduwa?
The Gram Panchayat of Harduwa is Beerampura.
What is the pincode of Harduwa?
The pincode of Harduwa is 471318.
What is the population of Harduwa?
Harduwa had a total population of 118, including 54 males and 64 females.
How many households are there in Harduwa?
Harduwa had 18 households.
What is the literacy rate in Harduwa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Harduwa was 39.29%. Male literacy was 35.00% and female literacy was 43.18%.