Harsili - Badi, Raisen
Harsili is a village situated in the Badi tehsil of Raisen district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Badi and around 100 km from the district headquarters in Raisen. Harsili village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Harsili is 484642. The village covers a total geographical area of 290.18 hectares and falls under the 464665 pincode. Badi is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Harsili village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bhojpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Vidisha Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Harsili
As per Census 2011, Harsili village has a total population of 792 people, consisting of 413 males and 379 females. The village has 180 households and a sex ratio of 917 females per 1,000 males. There are 145 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 489 literate and 303 illiterate residents. Additionally, 326 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 4 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Harsili are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 792 | 413 | 379 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 145 | 76 | 69 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 326 | 169 | 157 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 1 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 489 | 283 | 206 |
| Illiterate Population | 303 | 130 | 173 |
Nearby Villages of Harsili
Harsili 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Dibbi | North-West | 1.47 km |
| Dehalwada | North-East | 1.57 km |
| Chargaon | South-East | 1.81 km |
| Choupan Mandaiya | West | 2.08 km |
| Ghot | North-West | 2.37 km |
| Khairi Bulakhichand | North-East | 2.42 km |
| Pipaliya Khaki | West | 2.57 km |
| Kanwar | South-West | 2.73 km |
| Peethanpur | South | 2.87 km |
| Semri Tippa | East | 3.22 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Harsili
Harsili is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Sobhapur, while the nearest airport is Raja Bhoj International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 72.0 km.
| 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 Badi to Harsili is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Raisen to Harsili is about 100 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Harsili
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Harsili 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Harsili
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Harsili 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 Harsili
Where is Harsili located?
Harsili village is located in Badi Tehsil, Raisen district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Harsili?
Harsili is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Harsili?
The pincode of Harsili is 464665.
What is the population of Harsili?
Harsili has a total population of 792, including 413 males and 379 females.
How many households are there in Harsili?
There are 180 households in Harsili.
What is the literacy rate in Harsili?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Harsili is 61.74%. Male literacy is 68.52% and female literacy is 54.35%.