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
According to the 2011 Census, Harma village had a total population of 1,380 people, including 706 males and 674 females, living in 270 households. The sex ratio was 955 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 54.92%, with male literacy at 64.52% and female literacy at 44.75%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 65, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 514.
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 | 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 had a total population of 1,380, including 706 males and 674 females.
How many households are there in Harma?
Harma had 270 households.
What is the literacy rate in Harma?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Harma was 54.92%. Male literacy was 64.52% and female literacy was 44.75%.