Harraiya - Vijayraghavgarh, Katni
Harraiya is a village situated in the Vijayraghavgarh tehsil of Katni district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Vijayraghavgarh and around 42 km from the district headquarters in Katni. Haraiya serves as the Gram Panchayat for Harraiya village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Harraiya is 488519. The village covers a total geographical area of 1035.06 hectares and falls under the 483880 pincode. Kymore is the nearest town, located about 6 km away.
Harraiya village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Harraiya
As per Census 2011, Harraiya village has a total population of 4,103 people, consisting of 2,126 males and 1,977 females. The village has 871 households and a sex ratio of 929 females per 1,000 males. There are 673 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,237 literate and 1,866 illiterate residents. Additionally, 326 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 792 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Harraiya are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,103 | 2,126 | 1,977 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 673 | 353 | 320 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 326 | 170 | 156 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 792 | 403 | 389 |
| Literate Population | 2,237 | 1,390 | 847 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,866 | 736 | 1,130 |
Nearby Villages of Harraiya
Harraiya 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Dhanwahi | North-West | 1.12 km |
| Durjanpur | East | 1.49 km |
| Amraiya | West | 2.35 km |
| Bhatewara | North-East | 2.91 km |
| Baihar | North-West | 3.00 km |
| Salaiya Kohari | South-West | 3.13 km |
| Chari | East | 4.03 km |
| Khirwa Khurd | South-West | 4.36 km |
| Budhagar | North-West | 4.70 km |
| Semra | North-West | 4.76 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Harraiya
Public transport in the Harraiya is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Amdara Road, while the nearest airport is Satna Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 48.0 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 Kymore to Harraiya is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Katni to Harraiya is about 42 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Harraiya
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Harraiya 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 km |
Health Facilities in Harraiya
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Harraiya village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Harraiya
Where is Harraiya located?
Harraiya village is located in Vijayraghavgarh Tehsil, Katni district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Harraiya?
The Gram Panchayat of Harraiya is Haraiya.
What is the pincode of Harraiya?
The pincode of Harraiya is 483880.
What is the population of Harraiya?
Harraiya has a total population of 4,103, including 2,126 males and 1,977 females.
How many households are there in Harraiya?
There are 871 households in Harraiya.
What is the literacy rate in Harraiya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Harraiya is 54.52%. Male literacy is 65.38% and female literacy is 42.84%.