Harmala - Malhargarh, Mandsaur
Harmala is a village situated in the Malhargarh tehsil of Mandsaur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Malhargarh and around 16 km from the district headquarters in Mandsaur. Jharda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Harmala village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Harmala is 469160. The village covers a total geographical area of 151 hectares and falls under the 458553 pincode. Narayangarh is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Harmala village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Malhargarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mandsour Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Harmala
As per Census 2011, Harmala village has a total population of 916 people, consisting of 467 males and 449 females. The village has 219 households and a sex ratio of 961 females per 1,000 males. There are 126 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 564 literate and 352 illiterate residents. Additionally, 789 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 26 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Harmala are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 916 | 467 | 449 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 126 | 67 | 59 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 789 | 393 | 396 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 26 | 21 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 564 | 366 | 198 |
| Illiterate Population | 352 | 101 | 251 |
Nearby Villages of Harmala
Harmala 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 Harmala
Harmala is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Narayangarh to Harmala is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Mandsaur to Harmala is about 16 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Harmala
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Harmala village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Harmala
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Harmala 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Harmala
Where is Harmala located?
Harmala village is located in Malhargarh Tehsil, Mandsaur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Harmala?
The Gram Panchayat of Harmala is Jharda.
What is the pincode of Harmala?
The pincode of Harmala is 458553.
What is the population of Harmala?
Harmala has a total population of 916, including 467 males and 449 females.
How many households are there in Harmala?
There are 219 households in Harmala.
What is the literacy rate in Harmala?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Harmala is 61.57%. Male literacy is 78.37% and female literacy is 44.10%.