Harlai - Narsinghgarh, Rajgarh
Harlai is a village situated in the Narsinghgarh tehsil of Rajgarh district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 28 km from the tehsil headquarters in Narsinghgarh and around 75 km from the district headquarters in Rajgarh. Harlai village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Harlai is 480076. The village covers a total geographical area of 558.64 hectares and falls under the 465667 pincode. Narsinghgarh is the nearest town, located about 28 km away.
Harlai village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Narsinghgarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Rajgarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Harlai
According to the 2011 Census, Harlai village had a total population of 854 people, including 438 males and 416 females, living in 230 households. The sex ratio was 950 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 63.35%, with male literacy at 77.84% and female literacy at 47.89%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 189, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 77.
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 | 854 | 438 | 416 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 120 | 59 | 61 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 189 | 89 | 100 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 77 | 46 | 31 |
| Literate Population | 465 | 295 | 170 |
| Illiterate Population | 389 | 143 | 246 |
Nearby Villages of Harlai
Harlai 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 Harlai
Harlai 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 | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Narsinghgarh to Harlai is about 28 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rajgarh to Harlai is about 75 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Harlai
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Harlai village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Harlai
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Harlai 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 Harlai
Where is Harlai located?
Harlai village is located in Narsinghgarh Tehsil, Rajgarh district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Harlai?
Harlai is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Harlai?
The pincode of Harlai is 465667.
What is the population of Harlai?
Harlai had a total population of 854, including 438 males and 416 females.
How many households are there in Harlai?
Harlai had 230 households.
What is the literacy rate in Harlai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Harlai was 63.35%. Male literacy was 77.84% and female literacy was 47.89%.