Haphijkhar - Murud, Raigad
Haphijkhar is a village situated in the Murud tehsil of Raigad district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 1 km from Murud and around 77 km from Alibag. Agardanda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Haphijkhar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Haphijkhar is 554272. The village covers a total geographical area of 133.16 hectares and falls under the 402401 pincode. Murud is the nearest town, located about 1 km away.
Haphijkhar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Alibag Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Raigad Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Haphijkhar
As per Census 2011, Haphijkhar village has a total population of 529 people, consisting of 261 males and 268 females. The village has 123 households and a sex ratio of 1,026 females per 1,000 males. There are 77 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 372 literate and 157 illiterate residents. Additionally, 83 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 116 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Haphijkhar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 529 | 261 | 268 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 77 | 43 | 34 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 83 | 42 | 41 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 116 | 61 | 55 |
| Literate Population | 372 | 193 | 179 |
| Illiterate Population | 157 | 68 | 89 |
Nearby Villages of Haphijkhar
Haphijkhar 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 Haphijkhar
Haphijkhar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Murud to Haphijkhar is about 1 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Alibag to Haphijkhar is about 77 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Haphijkhar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Haphijkhar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Haphijkhar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Haphijkhar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Haphijkhar
Where is Haphijkhar located?
Haphijkhar village is located in Murud Tehsil, Raigad district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Haphijkhar?
The Gram Panchayat of Haphijkhar is Agardanda.
What is the pincode of Haphijkhar?
The pincode of Haphijkhar is 402401.
What is the population of Haphijkhar?
Haphijkhar has a total population of 529, including 261 males and 268 females.
How many households are there in Haphijkhar?
There are 123 households in Haphijkhar.
What is the literacy rate in Haphijkhar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Haphijkhar is 70.32%. Male literacy is 73.95% and female literacy is 66.79%.