Harvit - Shrivardhan, Raigad
Harvit is a village situated in the Shrivardhan tehsil of Raigad district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 31 km from Shrivardhan and around 99 km from Alibag. Harvit village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Harvit is 554806. The village covers a total geographical area of 790 hectares and falls under the 402402 pincode. Shrivardhan is the nearest town, located about 31 km away.
Harvit village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Shrivardhan Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Raigad Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Harvit
As per Census 2011, Harvit village has a total population of 682 people, consisting of 287 males and 395 females. The village has 142 households and a sex ratio of 1,376 females per 1,000 males. There are 91 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 531 literate and 151 illiterate residents. Additionally, 42 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 54 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Harvit are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 682 | 287 | 395 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 91 | 39 | 52 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 42 | 13 | 29 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 54 | 23 | 31 |
| Literate Population | 531 | 223 | 308 |
| Illiterate Population | 151 | 64 | 87 |
Nearby Villages of Harvit
Harvit 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 Harvit
Harvit 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 Shrivardhan to Harvit is about 31 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Alibag to Harvit is about 99 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Harvit
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Harvit 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Harvit
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Harvit village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Harvit
Where is Harvit located?
Harvit village is located in Shrivardhan Tehsil, Raigad district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Harvit?
Harvit is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Harvit?
The pincode of Harvit is 402402.
What is the population of Harvit?
Harvit has a total population of 682, including 287 males and 395 females.
How many households are there in Harvit?
There are 142 households in Harvit.
What is the literacy rate in Harvit?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Harvit is 77.86%. Male literacy is 77.70% and female literacy is 77.97%.