Harrai - Lakhnadon, Seoni
Harrai is a village situated in the Lakhnadon tehsil of Seoni district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lakhnadon and around 69 km from the district headquarters in Seoni. Batka serves as the Gram Panchayat for Harrai village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Harrai is 495853. The village covers a total geographical area of 293.6 hectares and falls under the 480886 pincode. Lakhnadon is the nearest town, located about 6 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 669 people, consisting of 346 males and 323 females. The village has 123 households and a sex ratio of 933 females per 1,000 males. There are 97 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 300 literate and 369 illiterate residents. Additionally, 43 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 492 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Harrai are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 669 | 346 | 323 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 97 | 44 | 53 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 43 | 26 | 17 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 492 | 250 | 242 |
| Literate Population | 300 | 178 | 122 |
| Illiterate Population | 369 | 168 | 201 |
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Gandhila | South-East | 1.61 km |
| Sarasdol | West | 1.86 km |
| Marehati | South-West | 2.28 km |
| Nagadahar | North | 2.36 km |
| Batka | South | 2.40 km |
| Pathariya | East | 3.06 km |
| Chilachond | South-West | 3.07 km |
| Bhilma | North-West | 3.29 km |
| Nawalgaon | North-East | 4.00 km |
| Purwa Mal | North | 4.11 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Harrai
Harrai is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Binaiki, while the nearest airport is Jabalpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 60.1 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 Lakhnadon to Harrai is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Seoni to Harrai is about 69 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 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 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 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 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 Harrai
Where is Harrai located?
Harrai village is located in Lakhnadon Tehsil, Seoni district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Harrai?
The Gram Panchayat of Harrai is Batka.
What is the pincode of Harrai?
The pincode of Harrai is 480886.
What is the population of Harrai?
Harrai has a total population of 669, including 346 males and 323 females.
How many households are there in Harrai?
There are 123 households in Harrai.
What is the literacy rate in Harrai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Harrai is 44.84%. Male literacy is 51.45% and female literacy is 37.77%.