Harrai - Dhanora, Seoni
Harrai is a village situated in the Dhanora tehsil of Seoni district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 35 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dhanora and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Seoni. Harrai village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Harrai is 496373. The village covers a total geographical area of 493.95 hectares and falls under the 480999 pincode. Lakhnadon is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Harrai village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Lakhnadon Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mandla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Harrai
As per Census 2011, Harrai village has a total population of 878 people, consisting of 438 males and 440 females. The village has 201 households and a sex ratio of 1,004 females per 1,000 males. There are 125 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 489 literate and 389 illiterate residents. Additionally, 97 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 470 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Harrai are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 878 | 438 | 440 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 125 | 63 | 62 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 97 | 55 | 42 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 470 | 226 | 244 |
| Literate Population | 489 | 271 | 218 |
| Illiterate Population | 389 | 167 | 222 |
Nearby Villages of Harrai
Harrai 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Jatlapur | South-East | 1.93 km |
| Manhori Mal | East | 2.15 km |
| Lamta | North-East | 2.34 km |
| Chargawan | South | 2.95 km |
| Bamhanwada | North-West | 3.01 km |
| Deori Mal | South-West | 3.04 km |
| Semartal | North-West | 3.21 km |
| Bilkata | South | 3.59 km |
| Bamhanwada | South-East | 3.64 km |
| Noniya | East | 3.89 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Harrai
Public transport in the Harrai is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Palari, while the nearest airport is Jabalpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 71.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 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 Lakhnadon to Harrai is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Seoni to Harrai is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Harrai
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Harrai 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Harrai
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Harrai 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 Harrai
Where is Harrai located?
Harrai village is located in Dhanora Tehsil, Seoni district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Harrai?
Harrai is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Harrai?
The pincode of Harrai is 480999.
What is the population of Harrai?
Harrai has a total population of 878, including 438 males and 440 females.
How many households are there in Harrai?
There are 201 households in Harrai.
What is the literacy rate in Harrai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Harrai is 55.69%. Male literacy is 61.87% and female literacy is 49.55%.