Harat - Jabera, Damoh
Harat is a village situated in the Jabera tehsil of Damoh district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jabera and around 47 km from the district headquarters in Damoh. Karanpura serves as the Gram Panchayat for Harat village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Harat is 462651. The village covers a total geographical area of 175.6 hectares and falls under the 470881 pincode. Jabera is the nearest town, located about 6 km away.
Harat village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Harat
According to the 2011 Census, Harat village had a total population of 337 people, including 175 males and 162 females, living in 69 households. The sex ratio was 926 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 71.11%, with male literacy at 86.62% and female literacy at 53.91%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 144.
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 | 337 | 175 | 162 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 67 | 33 | 34 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 144 | 73 | 71 |
| Literate Population | 192 | 123 | 69 |
| Illiterate Population | 145 | 52 | 93 |
Nearby Villages of Harat
Harat 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Karanpura | East | 1.58 km |
| Karondi Singorgarh | East | 2.90 km |
| Surai | North-East | 3.68 km |
| Pati Singorgarh | North | 3.91 km |
| Korta | North | 4.05 km |
| Delankheda | North-West | 5.11 km |
| Harduwa Khurd | North-East | 5.13 km |
| Bamhori Singorgarh | North-East | 5.37 km |
| Padariya Thoban | North | 5.65 km |
| Aloni | South-East | 5.73 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Harat
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Harat. The nearest railway station is Gola Pati, while the nearest airport is Jabalpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 42.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Jabera to Harat is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Damoh to Harat is about 47 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Harat
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Harat 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 | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Harat
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Harat 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) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Harat
Where is Harat located?
Harat village is located in Jabera Tehsil, Damoh district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Harat?
The Gram Panchayat of Harat is Karanpura.
What is the pincode of Harat?
The pincode of Harat is 470881.
What is the population of Harat?
Harat had a total population of 337, including 175 males and 162 females.
How many households are there in Harat?
Harat had 69 households.
What is the literacy rate in Harat?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Harat was 71.11%. Male literacy was 86.62% and female literacy was 53.91%.