Harsul - Trimbakeshwar, Nashik
Harsul is a village situated in the Trimbakeshwar tehsil of Nashik district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 33 km from the tehsil headquarters in Trimbak and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Nashik. Harsul village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Harsul is 550836. The village covers a total geographical area of 748.77 hectares and falls under the 422204 pincode. Trimbak is the nearest town, located about 33 km away.
Harsul village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Igatpuri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nashik Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Harsul
As per Census 2011, Harsul village has a total population of 4,842 people, consisting of 2,481 males and 2,361 females. The village has 981 households and a sex ratio of 951 females per 1,000 males. There are 588 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,465 literate and 1,377 illiterate residents. Additionally, 287 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2,874 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Harsul are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,842 | 2,481 | 2,361 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 588 | 296 | 292 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 287 | 143 | 144 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2,874 | 1,469 | 1,405 |
| Literate Population | 3,465 | 1,903 | 1,562 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,377 | 578 | 799 |
Nearby Villages of Harsul
Harsul 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Dalpatpur | North-West | 2.39 km |
| Sapatpali | East | 2.99 km |
| Waygholpada | South | 3.07 km |
| Nirgude (harsul) | West | 3.17 km |
| Belpali | South-West | 3.33 km |
| Chinchwad | South-East | 3.62 km |
| Chirapali | East | 3.62 km |
| Nachlondhi | North | 4.63 km |
| Gadadvane | South-West | 4.79 km |
| Thanapada | West | 5.52 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Harsul
Harsul is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Padli, while the nearest airport is Shirdi Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 84.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Trimbak to Harsul is about 33 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Nashik to Harsul 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 Harsul
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Harsul village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Harsul
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Harsul village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Harsul
Where is Harsul located?
Harsul village is located in Trimbakeshwar Tehsil, Nashik district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Harsul?
Harsul is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Harsul?
The pincode of Harsul is 422204.
What is the population of Harsul?
Harsul has a total population of 4,842, including 2,481 males and 2,361 females.
How many households are there in Harsul?
There are 981 households in Harsul.
What is the literacy rate in Harsul?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Harsul is 71.56%. Male literacy is 76.70% and female literacy is 66.16%.