Harma - Chitrangi, Singrauli
Harma is a village situated in the Chitrangi tehsil of Singrauli district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chitrangi and around 85 km from the district headquarters in Singrauli. Machi Kala serves as the Gram Panchayat for Harma village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Harma is 503383. The village covers a total geographical area of 553.47 hectares and falls under the 486882 pincode. Singrauli is the nearest town, located about 65 km away.
Harma village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chitrangi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sidhi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Harma
As per Census 2011, Harma village has a total population of 1,380 people, consisting of 706 males and 674 females. The village has 270 households and a sex ratio of 954 females per 1,000 males. There are 262 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 614 literate and 766 illiterate residents. Additionally, 65 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 514 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Harma are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,380 | 706 | 674 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 262 | 131 | 131 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 65 | 30 | 35 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 514 | 250 | 264 |
| Literate Population | 614 | 371 | 243 |
| Illiterate Population | 766 | 335 | 431 |
Nearby Villages of Harma
Harma 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Khatai | South-East | 2.20 km |
| Khairhani | West | 2.45 km |
| Bagdara Kalan | South | 3.71 km |
| Piparkhad | North-West | 4.41 km |
| Bagdara Khurd | South-East | 4.68 km |
| Dhumadand | North-West | 4.72 km |
| Naudiya (odani) | South-West | 5.09 km |
| Phulkesh | West | 5.13 km |
| Machi Khurd | North-East | 5.42 km |
| Machi Kalan | East | 5.43 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Harma
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Harma. The nearest railway station is Gondwali, while the nearest airport is Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 87.4 km.
| 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 Singrauli to Harma is about 65 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.9 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Singrauli to Harma is about 85 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Harma
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Harma 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 Harma
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Harma 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Harma
Where is Harma located?
Harma village is located in Chitrangi Tehsil, Singrauli district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Harma?
The Gram Panchayat of Harma is Machi Kala.
What is the pincode of Harma?
The pincode of Harma is 486882.
What is the population of Harma?
Harma has a total population of 1,380, including 706 males and 674 females.
How many households are there in Harma?
There are 270 households in Harma.
What is the literacy rate in Harma?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Harma is 44.49%. Male literacy is 52.55% and female literacy is 36.05%.