Harchandi
Harchandi is a village located in Mahabaleshwar tehsil of Satara district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 52km away from sub-district headquarter Mahabaleshwar (tehsildar office) and 71km away from district headquarter Satara. As per 2009 stats, Harchandi village is also a gram panchayat.
Harchandi has its own place in the vibrant Satara region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Harchandi
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Harchandi is 563003. The village spans a total geographical area of 375 hectares. Wai is nearest town to Harchandi village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 25km away.
When it comes to local governance, Harchandi 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 Wai Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Satara Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Harchandi
Population of Harchandi
Below is a concise population overview of Harchandi as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 276 | 127 | 149 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 24 | 13 | 11 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 91 | 49 | 42 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 1 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 203 | 109 | 94 |
| Illiterate Population | 73 | 18 | 55 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Harchandi village:
- The total population of Harchandi village is around 276, including approximately 127 males and 149 females, with a sex ratio of 1173 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 24 children aged 0–6 years in Harchandi village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Harchandi village has 91 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 4 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Harchandi village is about 73.55%, with male literacy at 85.83% and female literacy at 63.09%.
- There are around 79 households in Harchandi village.
Connectivity of Harchandi
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Harchandi. As per the 2011 stats, Harchandi had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Harchandi
Knowing the nearby villages of Harchandi helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Harchandi.
Frequently Asked Questions about Harchandi
- Where is Harchandi located?
- Harchandi village is situated in Mahabaleshwar Tehsil, within the Satara district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Harchandi?
- Harchandi serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Harchandi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Harchandi is 276, with 127 males and 149 females.
- How many households are there in Harchandi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Harchandi village has a total of 79 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Harchandi as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Harchandi is 73.55%. The male literacy rate is 85.83%, while the female literacy rate is 63.09%.