Harangaon - Khategaon, Dewas
Harangaon is a village situated in the Khategaon tehsil of Dewas district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 24 km from the tehsil headquarters in Khategaon and around 155 km from the district headquarters in Dewas. Harangaon village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Harangaon is 474216. The village covers a total geographical area of 667.96 hectares and falls under the 455336 pincode. Khategaon is the nearest town, located about 24 km away.
Harangaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Harangaon
As per Census 2011, Harangaon village has a total population of 2,522 people, consisting of 1,325 males and 1,197 females. The village has 496 households and a sex ratio of 903 females per 1,000 males. There are 392 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,529 literate and 993 illiterate residents. Additionally, 398 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 268 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Harangaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,522 | 1,325 | 1,197 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 392 | 208 | 184 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 398 | 214 | 184 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 268 | 141 | 127 |
| Literate Population | 1,529 | 922 | 607 |
| Illiterate Population | 993 | 403 | 590 |
Nearby Villages of Harangaon
Harangaon 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Karondkhurd | South-West | 1.52 km |
| Ratanpur | North | 2.30 km |
| Junapanibuzurg | North-West | 2.32 km |
| Siralya | South-East | 2.56 km |
| Gopalpur | East | 2.57 km |
| Karondbuzurg | South-West | 2.91 km |
| Lakdani | North-West | 4.02 km |
| Junapanikhurd | East | 4.04 km |
| Sulgaon | South | 4.29 km |
| Palasi | North-East | 4.58 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Harangaon
Harangaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Charkhera, while the nearest airport is Raja Bhoj International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 56.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Khategaon to Harangaon is about 24 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Dewas to Harangaon is about 155 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Harangaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Harangaon 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 Harangaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Harangaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Harangaon
Where is Harangaon located?
Harangaon village is located in Khategaon Tehsil, Dewas district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Harangaon?
Harangaon is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Harangaon?
The pincode of Harangaon is 455336.
What is the population of Harangaon?
Harangaon has a total population of 2,522, including 1,325 males and 1,197 females.
How many households are there in Harangaon?
There are 496 households in Harangaon.
What is the literacy rate in Harangaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Harangaon is 60.63%. Male literacy is 69.58% and female literacy is 50.71%.