Harsgoan - Maheshwar, Khargone (West Nimar)
Harsgoan is a village situated in the Maheshwar tehsil of Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Maheshwar and around 52 km from the district headquarters in Khargone. Zapdi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Harsgoan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Harsgoan is 476986. The village covers a total geographical area of 237.77 hectares and falls under the 451221 pincode. Mandleshwar is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Harsgoan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Harsgoan
According to the 2011 Census, Harsgoan village had a total population of 538 people, including 271 males and 267 females, living in 111 households. The sex ratio was 985 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.78%, with male literacy at 87.50% and female literacy at 57.69%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 127, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 38.
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 | 538 | 271 | 267 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 64 | 31 | 33 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 127 | 64 | 63 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 38 | 22 | 16 |
| Literate Population | 345 | 210 | 135 |
| Illiterate Population | 193 | 61 | 132 |
Nearby Villages of Harsgoan
Harsgoan 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 Harsgoan
Harsgoan is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Mandleshwar to Harsgoan is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Khargone to Harsgoan is about 52 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Harsgoan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Harsgoan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Harsgoan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Harsgoan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Harsgoan
Where is Harsgoan located?
Harsgoan village is located in Maheshwar Tehsil, Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Harsgoan?
The Gram Panchayat of Harsgoan is Zapdi.
What is the pincode of Harsgoan?
The pincode of Harsgoan is 451221.
What is the population of Harsgoan?
Harsgoan had a total population of 538, including 271 males and 267 females.
How many households are there in Harsgoan?
Harsgoan had 111 households.
What is the literacy rate in Harsgoan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Harsgoan was 72.78%. Male literacy was 87.50% and female literacy was 57.69%.