Harrai - Parasia, Chhindwara
Harrai is a village situated in the Parasia tehsil of Chhindwara district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Parasia and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Chhindwara. Harrai village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Harrai is 494722. The village covers a total geographical area of 637.18 hectares and falls under the 480224 pincode. Dongar Parasia is the nearest town.
Harrai village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Harrai
According to the 2011 Census, Harrai village had a total population of 3,407 people, including 1,718 males and 1,689 females, living in 741 households. The sex ratio was 983 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.47%, with male literacy at 83.79% and female literacy at 62.97%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1,033, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 726.
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 | 3,407 | 1,718 | 1,689 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 497 | 250 | 247 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,033 | 520 | 513 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 726 | 361 | 365 |
| Literate Population | 2,138 | 1,230 | 908 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,269 | 488 | 781 |
Nearby Villages of Harrai
Harrai 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 Harrai
Harrai is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. Harrai has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Chhindwara to Harrai is about 30 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Harrai
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Harrai village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Harrai
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Harrai village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Harrai
Where is Harrai located?
Harrai village is located in Parasia Tehsil, Chhindwara district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Harrai?
Harrai is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Harrai?
The pincode of Harrai is 480224.
What is the population of Harrai?
Harrai had a total population of 3,407, including 1,718 males and 1,689 females.
How many households are there in Harrai?
Harrai had 741 households.
What is the literacy rate in Harrai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Harrai was 73.47%. Male literacy was 83.79% and female literacy was 62.97%.