Harchiri - Ratnagiri
Harchiri is a village situated in the Ratnagiri tehsil of Ratnagiri district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 20 km from Ratnagiri, which serves as both the tehsil and district headquarters. Harchiri village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Harchiri is 565634. The village covers a total geographical area of 1537.34 hectares and falls under the 416712 pincode. Ratnagiri is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Harchiri village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Ratnagiri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ratnagiri - Sindhudurg Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Harchiri
As per Census 2011, Harchiri village has a total population of 2,321 people, consisting of 1,069 males and 1,252 females. The village has 533 households and a sex ratio of 1,171 females per 1,000 males. There are 243 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,660 literate and 661 illiterate residents. Additionally, 313 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 3 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Harchiri are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,321 | 1,069 | 1,252 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 243 | 126 | 117 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 313 | 151 | 162 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 1,660 | 854 | 806 |
| Illiterate Population | 661 | 215 | 446 |
Nearby Villages of Harchiri
Harchiri 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Chanderai | North-West | 1.32 km |
| Navet | South-West | 1.69 km |
| Kondvi | North-East | 2.01 km |
| Ibrahimpattan | North-West | 2.21 km |
| Vesurle | South-East | 2.49 km |
| Chindravali | North | 3.12 km |
| Kondkhandkar | West | 3.28 km |
| Kurtade | South-West | 3.36 km |
| Nivasar | East | 3.69 km |
| Umare | North | 3.87 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Harchiri
Harchiri is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Nivasar, while the nearest airport is Kolhapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 74.0 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 Ratnagiri to Harchiri is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Harchiri
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Harchiri village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Harchiri
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Harchiri 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 Harchiri
Where is Harchiri located?
Harchiri village is located in Ratnagiri Tehsil, Ratnagiri district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Harchiri?
Harchiri is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Harchiri?
The pincode of Harchiri is 416712.
What is the population of Harchiri?
Harchiri has a total population of 2,321, including 1,069 males and 1,252 females.
How many households are there in Harchiri?
There are 533 households in Harchiri.
What is the literacy rate in Harchiri?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Harchiri is 71.52%. Male literacy is 79.89% and female literacy is 64.38%.