Harishwada - Ashti, Wardha
Harishwada is a village situated in the Ashti tehsil of Wardha district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 17 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ashti and around 75 km from the district headquarters in Wardha. Belora(kh) serves as the Village Panchayat for Harishwada village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Harishwada is 533528. The village covers a total geographical area of 84.64 hectares and falls under the 442202 pincode. Arvi is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Harishwada village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Arvi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Wardha Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Harishwada
According to the 2011 Census, Harishwada village had a total population of 188 people, including 94 males and 94 females, living in 49 households. The sex ratio was 1,000 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 76.05%, with male literacy at 83.13% and female literacy at 69.05%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 36.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 188 | 94 | 94 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 21 | 11 | 10 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 36 | 17 | 19 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 127 | 69 | 58 |
| Illiterate Population | 61 | 25 | 36 |
Nearby Villages of Harishwada
Harishwada 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 Harishwada
Harishwada is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Arvi to Harishwada is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Wardha to Harishwada is about 75 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Harishwada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Harishwada village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Harishwada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Harishwada 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Harishwada
Where is Harishwada located?
Harishwada village is located in Ashti Tehsil, Wardha district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Harishwada?
The Village Panchayat of Harishwada is Belora(kh).
What is the pincode of Harishwada?
The pincode of Harishwada is 442202.
What is the population of Harishwada?
Harishwada had a total population of 188, including 94 males and 94 females.
How many households are there in Harishwada?
Harishwada had 49 households.
What is the literacy rate in Harishwada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Harishwada was 76.05%. Male literacy was 83.13% and female literacy was 69.05%.