Harkolkond - Mangaon, Raigad
Harkolkond is a village situated in the Mangaon tehsil of Raigad district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 15 km from Mangaon and around 60 km from Alibag. Palsap serves as the Village Panchayat for Harkolkond village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Harkolkond is 554722. The village covers a total geographical area of 139.94 hectares and falls under the 402103 pincode. Mahad is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Harkolkond village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mahad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Raigad Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Harkolkond
According to the 2011 Census, Harkolkond village had a total population of 466 people, including 195 males and 271 females, living in 128 households. The sex ratio was 1,390 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 68.27%, with male literacy at 77.02% and female literacy at 62.23%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 115.
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 | 466 | 195 | 271 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 72 | 34 | 38 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 115 | 53 | 62 |
| Literate Population | 269 | 124 | 145 |
| Illiterate Population | 197 | 71 | 126 |
Nearby Villages of Harkolkond
Harkolkond 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 Harkolkond
Harkolkond is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Mahad to Harkolkond is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Alibag to Harkolkond 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 Harkolkond
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Harkolkond 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 Harkolkond
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Harkolkond village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Harkolkond
Where is Harkolkond located?
Harkolkond village is located in Mangaon Tehsil, Raigad district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Harkolkond?
The Village Panchayat of Harkolkond is Palsap.
What is the pincode of Harkolkond?
The pincode of Harkolkond is 402103.
What is the population of Harkolkond?
Harkolkond had a total population of 466, including 195 males and 271 females.
How many households are there in Harkolkond?
Harkolkond had 128 households.
What is the literacy rate in Harkolkond?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Harkolkond was 68.27%. Male literacy was 77.02% and female literacy was 62.23%.