Harpude
Harpude is a village located in Sangameshwar tehsil of Ratnagiri district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 66km away from sub-district headquarter Devrukh (tehsildar office) and 52km away from district headquarter Ratnagiri. As per 2009 stats, Harpude village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Harpude unique in its vibrant Sangameshwar-Ratnagiri region. You’ll see Harpude’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Harpude
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Harpude is 565824. The village spans a total geographical area of 711.15 hectares. Ratnagiri is nearest town to Harpude village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 52km away.
When it comes to local governance, Harpude village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Chiplun Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Ratnagiri - Sindhudurg Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Harpude
Population of Harpude
According to the 2011 Census, Harpude has a total population of about 1,317, with approximately 638 males and 679 females. The sex ratio is around 1064 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 104 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. Details about the Scheduled Castes (SC) community are not available. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 73.80%, with male literacy at about 81.03% and female literacy near 67.01%. There are around 300 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Harpude's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
---|---|---|---|
Total Population | 1,317 | 638 | 679 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 104 | 52 | 52 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Literate Population | 972 | 517 | 455 |
Illiterate Population | 345 | 121 | 224 |
Connectivity of Harpude
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Harpude. As per the 2011 stats, Harpude had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within village |
Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Harpude
Knowing the nearby villages of Harpude helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Harpude.
Frequently Asked Questions about Harpude
- Where is Harpude located?
- Harpude village is situated in Sangameshwar Tehsil, within the Ratnagiri district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Harpude?
- Harpude serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Harpude as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Harpude is 1,317, with 638 males and 679 females.
- How many households are there in Harpude as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Harpude village has a total of 300 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Harpude as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Harpude is 73.80%. The male literacy rate is 81.03%, while the female literacy rate is 67.01%.