Harkul Khurd - Kankavli, Sindhudurg
Harkul Khurd is a village situated in the Kankavli tehsil of Sindhudurg district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kankavli and around 42 km from the district headquarters in Oras Bk.. Harkulkhurd serves as the Gram Panchayat for Harkul Khurd village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Harkul Khurd is 566446. The village covers a total geographical area of 2710 hectares and falls under the 416601 pincode. Kankavli is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Harkul Khurd village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kankavli Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ratnagiri - Sindhudurg Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Harkul Khurd
As per Census 2011, Harkul Khurd village has a total population of 2,960 people, consisting of 1,411 males and 1,549 females. The village has 803 households and a sex ratio of 1,097 females per 1,000 males. There are 230 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,175 literate and 785 illiterate residents. Additionally, 367 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Harkul Khurd are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,960 | 1,411 | 1,549 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 230 | 113 | 117 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 367 | 173 | 194 |
| Literate Population | 2,175 | 1,147 | 1,028 |
| Illiterate Population | 785 | 264 | 521 |
Nearby Villages of Harkul Khurd
Harkul Khurd 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 Harkul Khurd
Harkul Khurd is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Harkul Khurd.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kankavli to Harkul Khurd is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Oras Bk. to Harkul Khurd is about 42 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Harkul Khurd
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Harkul Khurd 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Harkul Khurd
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Harkul Khurd village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Harkul Khurd
Where is Harkul Khurd located?
Harkul Khurd village is located in Kankavli Tehsil, Sindhudurg district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Harkul Khurd?
The Gram Panchayat of Harkul Khurd is Harkulkhurd.
What is the pincode of Harkul Khurd?
The pincode of Harkul Khurd is 416601.
What is the population of Harkul Khurd?
Harkul Khurd has a total population of 2,960, including 1,411 males and 1,549 females.
How many households are there in Harkul Khurd?
There are 803 households in Harkul Khurd.
What is the literacy rate in Harkul Khurd?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Harkul Khurd is 73.48%. Male literacy is 81.29% and female literacy is 66.37%.