Harrai - Bairad, Shivpuri
Harrai is a village situated in the Bairad tehsil of Shivpuri district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 42 km from Pohri and around 74 km from Shivpuri. Harrai village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Harrai is 455012. The village covers a total geographical area of 575.61 hectares and falls under the 473793 pincode. Shivpuri is the nearest town, located about 74 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 Pohari Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Gwalior Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Harrai
According to the 2011 Census, Harrai village had a total population of 957 people, including 519 males and 438 females, living in 194 households. The sex ratio was 844 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 68.94%, with male literacy at 81.74% and female literacy at 54.03%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 396.
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 | 957 | 519 | 438 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 123 | 70 | 53 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 396 | 218 | 178 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 575 | 367 | 208 |
| Illiterate Population | 382 | 152 | 230 |
Nearby Villages of Harrai
Harrai 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 Harrai
Public transport in the Harrai is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Shivpuri to Harrai is about 74 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.1 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 >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 Bairad Tehsil, Shivpuri 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 473793.
What is the population of Harrai?
Harrai had a total population of 957, including 519 males and 438 females.
How many households are there in Harrai?
Harrai had 194 households.
What is the literacy rate in Harrai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Harrai was 68.94%. Male literacy was 81.74% and female literacy was 54.03%.