Harduwa - Vijayraghavgarh, Katni
Harduwa is a village situated in the Vijayraghavgarh tehsil of Katni district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 40 km from the tehsil headquarters in Vijayraghavgarh and around 75 km from the district headquarters in Katni. Harduwa village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Harduwa is 488582. The village covers a total geographical area of 602.11 hectares and falls under the 483770 pincode. Barhi is the nearest town, located about 24 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 748 people, including 390 males and 358 females, living in 180 households. The sex ratio was 918 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 63.31%, with male literacy at 74.35% and female literacy at 51.85%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 95, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 3.
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 | 748 | 390 | 358 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 143 | 82 | 61 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 95 | 51 | 44 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 383 | 229 | 154 |
| Illiterate Population | 365 | 161 | 204 |
Nearby Villages of Harduwa
Harduwa 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 Harduwa
Public transport in the Harduwa is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Barhi to Harduwa is about 24 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Katni to Harduwa is about 75 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Harduwa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Harduwa village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Harduwa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Harduwa 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 Harduwa
Where is Harduwa located?
Harduwa village is located in Vijayraghavgarh Tehsil, Katni district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Harduwa?
Harduwa is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Harduwa?
The pincode of Harduwa is 483770.
What is the population of Harduwa?
Harduwa had a total population of 748, including 390 males and 358 females.
How many households are there in Harduwa?
Harduwa had 180 households.
What is the literacy rate in Harduwa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Harduwa was 63.31%. Male literacy was 74.35% and female literacy was 51.85%.