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
As per Census 2011, Harduwa village has a total population of 748 people, consisting of 390 males and 358 females. The village has 180 households and a sex ratio of 917 females per 1,000 males. There are 143 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 383 literate and 365 illiterate residents. Additionally, 95 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 3 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Harduwa are given below:
| 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 has a total population of 748, including 390 males and 358 females.
How many households are there in Harduwa?
There are 180 households in Harduwa.
What is the literacy rate in Harduwa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Harduwa is 51.20%. Male literacy is 58.72% and female literacy is 43.02%.