Hardgaon - Kareli, Narsimhapur
Hardgaon is a village situated in the Kareli tehsil of Narsimhapur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kareli and around 25 km from the district headquarters in Narsimhapur. Gobargaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Hardgaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Hardgaon is 491389. The village covers a total geographical area of 573.99 hectares and falls under the 487225 pincode. Kareli is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Hardgaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Narsingpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hoshangabad Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Hardgaon
As per Census 2011, Hardgaon village has a total population of 487 people, consisting of 251 males and 236 females. The village has 116 households and a sex ratio of 940 females per 1,000 males. There are 67 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 348 literate and 139 illiterate residents. Additionally, 91 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 221 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Hardgaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 487 | 251 | 236 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 67 | 32 | 35 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 91 | 47 | 44 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 221 | 113 | 108 |
| Literate Population | 348 | 202 | 146 |
| Illiterate Population | 139 | 49 | 90 |
Nearby Villages of Hardgaon
Hardgaon 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Gobargaon | North-West | 2.18 km |
| Barha | North-East | 2.34 km |
| Basoda | North | 2.50 km |
| Baheriya | South-West | 2.83 km |
| Bandhi | South-East | 3.42 km |
| Awariya | North | 3.64 km |
| Jiragora | South-West | 3.79 km |
| Karoda | North | 4.00 km |
| Kerpani | East | 4.39 km |
| Guwari Kalan | East | 4.83 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Hardgaon
Hardgaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Kareli, while the nearest airport is Jabalpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 85.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kareli to Hardgaon is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Narsimhapur to Hardgaon is about 25 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 Hardgaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Hardgaon 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 Hardgaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Hardgaon 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 Hardgaon
Where is Hardgaon located?
Hardgaon village is located in Kareli Tehsil, Narsimhapur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Hardgaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Hardgaon is Gobargaon.
What is the pincode of Hardgaon?
The pincode of Hardgaon is 487225.
What is the population of Hardgaon?
Hardgaon has a total population of 487, including 251 males and 236 females.
How many households are there in Hardgaon?
There are 116 households in Hardgaon.
What is the literacy rate in Hardgaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Hardgaon is 71.46%. Male literacy is 80.48% and female literacy is 61.86%.